Load-bearing structure of a wooden roof

PITO™ wooden roof anchor post

Designed for the demanding nordic conditions, the PITO™ wooden roof anchor post is a the most robust anchor point for safety harnesses, suspended scaffolding and other equipment needed for roof maintenance, repair and rescue work. The roof anchor post is suitable for personal fall protection as a single anchor point or as part of the part of the PITO™ Greenline lifeline system. The roof anchor post, which is installed on the load-bearing structure of the wooden roof, ensures safe working conditions for up to four simultaneous users.

The roof anchor posts can be delivered painted.

Technical data

Model: PITO™ wooden roof anchor post
Base: Load-bearing structure of a wooden roof
Applicable use: Personal fall protection and suspended scaffolding attachment
Users: Up to four people
Live load: Max. 5 kN
Material: Steel, hot-dip galvanised and internally condensation-insulated
Pipe height: 200, 300 or 400 mm
Loop height: 80 mm
Pipe diameter ∅: 114,3 mm
Base plate diameter: 215 mm
Base plate thickness: 10/20 mm
Counter plate: 200x200 mm
Counter plate thickness: 10 mm

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Certifications and approvals

The PITO™ anchor post meets the requirements of the SFS-EN 1808 + A1 standard for suspended access equipments and the EN 795:2012 personal fall protection equipment standard.

PITO™ roof anchor posts have a Kiwa Inspecta Certification.

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Dimensioning instructions

The recommended distance of the roof anchor post to the free edge is at least 2.5 m. Height is recommended to be dimensioned so that the loop is at least 300 mm above the roof covering.

As individual anchor points, the distance between the roof anchor posts is max. 7.5 m.
As part of the PITO™ Greenline lifeline system, the distance between the roof anchor posts is max. 15 m, recommended 10-12 m.
As supports for suspended scaffolding, the distance between the roof anchor posts is approx. 5-6 m.

Installation instructions

Installation on the load-bearing structure of a wooden roof with a anchor rod and a counter plate. The fasteners are supplied with the roof anchor post.

The retightening plate allows retightening from the top of the roof anchor post.

Can all PITO™ roof anchor posts and anchor points be used to support suspended scaffolding?

Not all. The PITO™ roof anchor post, cast-in anchor post and wooden roof anchor post meet the requirements of the suspended access equipment standard SFS-EN 1808, i.e. they can be used to support suspended scaffolding. Other PITO^TMroof anchor points are suitable for use in personal fall protection.

Are PITO™ roof anchor posts also suitable for steep roofs?

Yes, PITO™ roof anchor posts can also be installed on steep roofs, for example, as an anchor point in the vicinity of a house ladder. In addition to the roof anchor posts installed in the roof structure, our range includes, for example, anchor points suitable for double standing seam roof. All our roof anchor post and point models can be installed with the PITO™ Greenline lifeline system.

Can PITO™ roof anchor posts be installed on structures other than roofs?

Yes, PITO™ roof anchor posts and anchor points can be installed on other load-bearing structures such as walls or facades. For example, fall protection for industrial plants can also be implemented with PITO™ roof safety products.

Do you have a roof anchor post that can be attached to the surface layer of the roof?

PITO™ roof safety products are always attached to a load-bearing structure. We want to be sure that the fastening and strength of our products will meet our safety requirements even after years and decades.

In addition to the roof anchor posts installed in the load-bearing structure of the roof, our range also includes roof anchor points with a lighter fastening solution, which are suitable for installation in, for example, plywood or boarding, the counterweight anchor point is suitable for installation on a finished roof.

How many roof anchor posts do I need for the roof?

According to the regulation, all properties requiring maintenance, inspections or upkeep must have safe and easy uninterrupted access. A viable solution for the implementation of fall protection is to place the roof anchor posts to rotate the roof according to the eaves, or on a narrow rectangular roof, the anchor posts can be placed in a row in the middle of the roof.

As part of the lifeline system, the distance between the PITO™ roof anchor posts must not exceed 15 m, recommended 10-12 m, as individual anchor points 7.5 m. This allows you to calculate the number of roof anchor posts required. Remember to place roof anchor posts on all roof levels.

How far from the roof eaves should the roof anchor post be placed?

(On flat roofs) the recommended distance of the PITO™ roof anchor post to the free edge is at least 2.5 m, so that the area of risk of falling remains as small as possible. Check the product-specific recommendations from our technical support before installing the products.

Can I get the roof anchor posts in the colour I want?

Yes, it is possible to paint PITO™ roof anchor posts. The roof anchor posts can be supplied painted in RAL or RR colours.

Konstantin Martikainen Customer Manager +358 10 2741 957 konstantin.martikainen@peltitarvike.fi
Teppo Hippeläinen Technical Sales +358 20 7412 771 teppo.hippelainen@peltitarvike.fi
Susann Sjödahl Technical Sales +358 10 2741 964 susann.sjodahl@peltitarvike.fi
Mikael Nemlander Technical Sales +358 10 2741 960 mikael.nemlander@peltitarvike.fi