2013 fall-protection
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FALL protection

ROTHOBLAAS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD Distribution in 2013 Future prospects Rotho Blaas France SARL France - Colmar Rotho Blaas GmbH Austria - Innsbruck Rotho Blaas Iberica SL Spain - Manresa Rotho Blaas Colombia Sas Colombia - Bogotá Fastener Soluciones SA Ecuador - Quito Rotho Blaas Brasil Ltda Rotho Blaas Chile Spa Chile - Santiago Brasil - Curitiba Rotho Blaas Argentina Srl Argentina - Buenos Aires MISSION To develop and propose solutions aimed at improving the timber building sector. Rothoblaas is an Italian multinational company based in the Alpine region. It’s a leading developer and...

Rotho Blaas Baltic SIA Rotho Blaas RU Russia - Saint Petersburg Latvia - Riga VALUES Ethics for Rothoblaas is the correctness in inter- Dynamism is the ability to change and adapt Growth is the motivation to grow within the nal and external relationships characterized by organisationally to the needs of the market and company through direct involvement in order mutual respect and cordiality. for every employee to develop professionally and personally.

QUALITY & INNOVATION “BRINGING INNOVATION” In the last 20 years, Rothoblaas has been dedicated to the promotion of the quality of its products and services for meeting the needs of its clientele, developing and spreading innovation, with the aim to bring new solutions to the construction of wooden houses and to effectively contribute to environmental sustainability. In 2007, the firm gained ISO 9001 standard quality certification. ISO 9001 CERTIFICATION The rothoblaas quality management system is based on the following aspects: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION Rothoblaas choices are centered around...

TRAINING AND EDUCATION In order to present our structure and to share our experience, we have organized training courses for sector operators and for designers. SCHOOL FOR QUALIFIED INSTALLER OF FALL PROTECION SYSTEMS • • • • • • • • • • Raising awareness about the risk of falls from height Define obligations of the installer Explain the drafting of the correct installation report Understand the importance of the product’s installation manual Clarification of the National and Local law about fall protection Highlight the importance of the fastening to the structure Achievement of the...

WHO THIS CATALOGUE IS FOR DEAR OWNER Why should you have a fall protection system installed? National legislation calls for the implementation of suitable systems for the prevention of falls from height. Furthermore it’s necessary to be aware that, in the event of an accident due to the lack of implementation of anchorage points or to their incorrect maintenance, the owner or the administrator of the building will be held liable. Another aspect to be taken into consideration is that, over time, ordinary roof mainte- INTERESTING INFORMATION for THE MAIN INVOLVED FIGURES nance work (requiring...

DEAR INSTALLER DEAR DESIGNER Technical support: a key element when installing fall protection systems. Risk assessment, from project design to execution, with special focus on regulatory legislation. In addition to full competence, the installation of one or more fall arrest systems requires The planning of a complete fall protection system implies compliance with a set of proce- other factors that ensure that the installation has been well executed. dural obligations so as to guarantee that the final user may use all of the roof accesses and Adequate training is essential to any fall...

PROJECT CONSULTING CONSULTING AND DESIGN Key considerations in the design of a fall protection system: 1. Position of the access to the roof 2. Layout of the route on the roof to reach the primary anchor system 3. Layout of the primary anchor system 4. Assessment of the fall distance and, eventually, positioning of additional devices in order to eliminate the pendulum effect and providing restraint conditions 5. Roof structure verification – this will influence choice of anchor type. rothoblaas offers full consultancy for all of the professional figures involved (e.g.: designers) to ensure...

PPE overhaul INSPECTION AND OVERHAUL In addition to undergoing normal visual inspection before and after use, every PPE must be inspected by specialized personnel at least once a year. This is especially true after the item is subjected to stress. Rothoblaas, in addition to the overhaul expiry information, OFFERS ANNUAL INSPECTION SERVICES. The inspection is documented on the PPE log book attached to each product. The PPE log book must always travel with the PPE and be kept properly. For the use of PPE is absolutely necessary to follow the user manual.

legend PRODUCT DESCRIPTION zinc plating hot-dip galvanization metal sheet stainless steel ROOFING MATERIAL SURFACE inclination Packaging quantities may vary. We shall not be held responsible for any typing, technical data or translation errors. Illustrations partially with accessories. Pictures provided for illustrative purposes only. This catalogue is the sole property of Rotho Blaas srl and may not be copied, reproduced or published, totally or partially, without prior written consent. Violators shall be prosecuted. All values supplied must be checked by the designer in charge. We shall...

ANCHORAGE POINTS horizontal LIFELINES COLLECTIVE PROTECTION PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT

ANCHORAGE POINTS horizontal LIFELINES COLLECTIVE PROTECTION ROOF material ROOF inclination HOW TO CHOOSE THE suitable PRODUCT STANDING CORRUGATED SEAM STANDING CORRUGATED SEAM STANDING SEAM STANDING SEAM IF needed, CONTACT A ROTHOBLAAS TECHNICIAN FOR customised DESIGN 15

ANCHORAGE POINTS horizontal LIFELINES COLLECTIVE PROTECTION ANCHORAGE POINT installation on wooden roof S uitable for various tile-types installation on wooden roof Fast and easy installation TECHNICAL DATA Certified for force application

ANCHORAGE POINTS horizontal LIFELINES COLLECTIVE PROTECTION ANCHORAGE POINT installation on wooden roof aser-cut from a single piece, L with no weldings installation on concrete roof TECHNICAL DATA ertified for force application C in all directions (360°)