RO01 Hinged Reusable Roof Anchor, 5-Pack
The Frontline RO01 is a hinged, reusable roof anchor: two high strength alloy steel flaps, each with 16 nail holes, fold over a wooden roof beam and lock down to present a D-ring tie-off point for one worker.
An ideal anchorage device for wooden beams used in roofing, it carries a 5,000 lb (22.2 kN) breaking strength with a 310 lb capacity at just 3 lbs, and measures 14.96 in long with a 2.14 in diameter D-ring. Built to ANSI Z359.1-2007 and Z359.18, aligning with OSHA 1910 and 1926.
Who Needs This Product
This product is a reusable single-point anchorage connector for personal fall arrest or restraint on wood-framed roofs. Roofers and framers fold it over a structural beam, nail through the holes, tie off to the D-ring, and remove it for the next job. Each worker still needs a full-body harness and a compatible connecting device.
Features
Installs on a wood ridge or beam
The two flaps fold over the structural member and nail down to a solid tie-off.
Comes back off the roof
Pull the nails and reuse it on the next beam instead of leaving it behind.
Small and light to carry
About three pounds, so it travels easily up the ladder.
One clear tie-off point
Presents a single D-ring for the worker's lanyard or lifeline.
Spreads load over many fasteners
Sixteen holes per flap let you nail off enough to develop full strength.
Built for repeated roofing work
Alloy-steel construction stands up to being installed and removed job after job.
Technical Specifications
| SKU | RO01 |
|---|---|
| Type | Hinged reusable roof anchor (anchorage connector) |
| Construction | Two high-strength alloy steel flaps, 16 holes each |
| Tie-off | D-ring, 2.14 in diameter |
| Material | High strength alloy steel |
| Dimensions | 14.96 in long |
| Weight | 3 lbs |
| Breaking strength | 5,000 lbs (22.2 kN) |
| Max capacity | 310 lbs (one worker) |
| Standards | ANSI Z359.1-2007; ANSI Z359.18; OSHA 1910; OSHA 1926 |
Nail every hole the manual requires. The RO01 earns its strength from the full fastening pattern into sound structural wood. Follow the Frontline manual for fastener type and placement, have a qualified person verify the structure, and use one worker per anchor at 310 lbs maximum.
Compliance Standards
ANSI Z359.18
American National Standard for anchorage connectors for active fall protection systems.
ANSI Z359.1-2007
American National Standard safety requirements for personal fall arrest systems.
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502
Federal construction fall protection criteria, including anchorage strength.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.140
General industry personal fall protection system requirements.
Typical Applications
How to Use the RO01
Follow the manufacturer's manual. The sequence below is an overview only.
- Verify the structure. Have a qualified person confirm the wooden beam can support anchorage loads.
- Inspect the anchor. Check both flaps, the hinge, and the D-ring before installation.
- Fold over the beam. Hinge the flaps over the two sides of the member.
- Fasten. Nail through the holes per the Frontline manual pattern.
- Connect. Attach your connecting device to the D-ring and perform a pull test.
- Verify clearance. Confirm fall clearance below the work surface before work begins.
Inspection and Retirement
Inspect before each use, with a documented competent-person inspection at least every 6 months. Pull the equipment from service for any of the conditions below.
- Visual: deformation, cracks, corrosion, or damaged welds on load-bearing parts.
- Moving/locking parts: gates, jaws, pins, and locks operate and lock positively.
- Connection points: D-rings, eyes, and hooks free of wear, elongation, or sharp edges.
- Fasteners: present, correct, and fully engaged per the manual.
- Markings: labels must be present and legible.
Retire the equipment immediately after any fall arrest event or if any inspection point fails. Destroy retired equipment so it cannot return to service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frontline RO01 Submittals and Documentation
Frontline RO01 Spec Sheet (PDF)Construction, D-ring, strength, and standards. Frontline RO01 User Manual (PDF)Installation, fastening, inspection, and retirement. Frontline RO01 Test Report (PDF)Third-party test results. Frontline Catalog (PDF)The full Frontline Fall Protection product catalog.Compatible and Related Products
- Frontline ROSU02 Hinged Steel Roof Anchor. A similar economical hinged wood anchor.
- Frontline ROB01 Bull Ring Roof Anchor. A reusable bull ring plate anchor.
- Frontline 100CTB Combat Construction Harness. A construction harness to complete the system.
Outfitting a Roofing Crew?
Anchors, lifelines, and harnesses work as a system. Confirm your application, anchorage, and clearance with us and we will walk through the kit list so the right equipment ships together.
Call 863-703-4522 to talk to a fall protection specialist.
