What Sets the TAN07RU Apart
System Components
The TAN07RU ships as a complete kit. Each component is listed below for procurement, replacement-part ordering, and inspection records.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Frontline TAN07RU MEGApod Confined Space Kit |
| Type | Aluminum confined space tripod with winch (anchorage connector + personnel/material winch) |
| Tripod Adjustable Height | 49.21 in (1.25 m) minimum to 88.18 in (2.24 m) maximum (Spec Sheet) |
| Foot Spread Between Legs | 47.63 in at minimum height, 78.74 in at maximum height (Spec Sheet) |
| Tripod Weight | 42 lb (Spec Sheet) |
| Tripod Material | Prime quality aluminum alloy; legs anodized; cast aluminum head powder-coated |
| Locking Pins | Stainless steel, polished finish |
| Maximum Load Capacity | 310 lb (Spec Sheet); single-user use only per MEGApod User Manual |
| Auxiliary Anchor Points | Two eyebolts integrated at the cast aluminum head for PPE or 3-way retrieval block attachment |
| Pulley Configuration | Two-pulley system in the head allows winch and retrieval cable to pass independently |
| Safety Features | Safety chain between legs; anti-slip safety shoes with rubber sole and spiked edges; mini hook (MH01) included |
| Winch Model | RUW60 personnel/material winch |
| Winch Lifeline Length | 60 ft |
| Winch Wire Rope | Galvanized steel, 15/64-inch diameter |
| Winch Connector | Swiveling steel snap hook |
| Winch Shock Absorption | Built-in shock absorption |
| Winch Mounting | Two-pin locking mounting plate attaches to tripod leg |
| Certification Standard | ANSI/ASSE Z359.1:2007; EN 795:2012 Type B (Spec Sheet) |
| OSHA Compliance | Meets or exceeds OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and 1910 (including 1910.146 Permit-Required Confined Spaces) |
| Test Lab | Dolomiticert SCARL, Zona Industriale Villanova, 32013 Longarone (BL), Italy |
| Test Report Reference | Dolomiticert Report 170325, issued May 31, 2017 (tests 19/05/2017 to 31/05/2017) |
| Notified Body for CE | SATRA Technology Centre, Wyndham Way, Telford Way, Kettering NN16 8SD UK |
| Manufacturer | Frontline Fall Protection Inc., 6 Lee Blvd, Malvern, PA 19355 |
| User Manual | MEGApod TAN-RU Instruction Manual (covers TAN07 and TAN10) |
The TAN07RU is rated for use by ONE person at a time with a combined weight (worker plus clothing, tools, and equipment) not exceeding the rated capacity listed in the specs table above. Do not exceed rated load. Do not use for towing, hoisting outside design parameters, or as a general-purpose lifting device.
Confined space entry must be planned and executed per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 (Permit-Required Confined Spaces) and 1926.1200 to 1926.1213 (Confined Spaces in Construction), with a documented rescue plan and an attendant present at all times during entry.
Compliance & Certification
Right Tool. Right Job.
How to Set Up the TAN07RU in 7 Steps
The full procedure is in the TAN07RU User Instruction Manual. The condensed version below assumes a trained Competent Person setting up over a planned permit-required confined space entry with all OSHA pre-entry requirements complete.
- Plan the entry. Pre-plan the confined space entry with the entry supervisor, attendant, and entrant per OSHA 1926.1204 and 1910.146. Confirm atmospheric testing, ventilation, communication, and rescue procedures are in place before the tripod leaves the truck.
- Open the legs. Stand the tripod up and spread the three legs to their final stance over the entry opening. Verify the cast aluminum head centers above the opening and that each leg lands on stable ground.
- Extend and pin the legs. Telescope each aluminum leg to the desired height between 49.21 in and 88.18 in, then insert the stainless steel locking pin through both leg sections at the chosen hole. Verify all three pins are fully engaged.
- Attach the safety chain. Connect the safety chain between all three legs at ground level to prevent leg spread under load. Tension the chain by adjusting the connection points.
- Mount the RUW60 winch. Attach the RUW60 winch to one tripod leg using the two-pin locking mounting plate. Verify both pins are fully seated through the leg and bracket.
- Run the cable through the head. Feed the winch wire rope up the leg and over the corresponding pulley in the cast aluminum head. Mount any 3-way retrieval block on the second eyebolt and run that cable over the second pulley independently.
- Connect to the entrant. Connect the RUW60 swiveling snap hook to the entrant's full-body harness dorsal D-ring. Verify gate orientation, perform a load test from above the working surface, and confirm communication with the attendant before entry.
Inspection & Retirement
Confined space tripods and lifting devices see hard cycles, weather, and chemical exposure. Routine inspection keeps the system field-ready and protects every entrant.
Pre-Use Inspection (Every Use)
Before each entry, confirm the tripod legs telescope and lock smoothly with all three pins fully engaged. Inspect the cast aluminum head, eyebolts, and feet for cracks, dents, or deformation. Verify the safety chain (or safety leg chains) is intact and tensioned. Inspect the winch or 3-Way SRL for cable damage (fraying, kinks, rust), proper brake function, smooth gear or drum operation, and impact indicator condition. Confirm the snap hook gate closes and locks fully.
Competent Person Inspection (Minimum Every 6 Months)
A Competent Person, as defined in 29 CFR 1926.32(f), must perform and document a full inspection at least every six months and after any fall arrest, impact, or chemical exposure. Inspection covers permanent deformation of any leg or the head, weld integrity at the cast head, condition of all eyebolts and locking pins, label legibility, brake disassembly per manufacturer schedule, lifeline tensile inspection along the entire length, and any signs of unauthorized field modification.
Inspection After Fall Arrest or Impact
If the system has arrested a fall, been struck, dropped from height, or hit by mechanical equipment, remove it from service until a Competent Person inspects and clears it. The 3-Way SRL impact indicator on the snap hook will display a visible change if the unit has seen arrest forces.
Retirement for Damage
Retire any tripod with cracked welds, bent legs that will not telescope or lock cleanly, missing or damaged eyebolts, broken or missing locking pins, severe corrosion, or any deformation that prevents the head from carrying load correctly. Retire any winch or SRL showing cable fraying, kinks, broken strands, brake malfunction, or a tripped impact indicator.
Cleaning and Storage
After exposure to wet, chemical, or dirty environments, wipe the tripod, head, and lifting device clean with mild soap and water and dry thoroughly. Do not lubricate brake or shock components. Store the disassembled system in the included carry bag (where supplied) in a dry, room-temperature space away from sunlight, solvents, and corrosive vapors.
Fall Clearance & Entry Limits
The TAN07RU is an overhead anchor system for vertical entry into permit-required confined spaces. Tripod height limits the working area at the top of the entry. The lifting or arresting device controls fall clearance below the working level. Required fall clearance below the worker depends on the device's free-fall and arrest distance, lifeline elongation, worker height, and the depth of the space being entered.
For fall-arrest connector sizing for confined space entries, use our Fall Protection Clearance Calculator.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frontline TAN07RU Submittal Documents
The following manufacturer documents are available for download to support procurement, safety planning, jobsite submittals, and Competent Person inspection records.
| Document | Description | Download |
|---|---|---|
| Frontline TAN07RU Spec Sheet | Manufacturer one-page reference covering tripod dimensions, foot spread, weight, materials, load capacity, and the OSHA, ANSI, and EN standards the system meets. Also covers RUW60 winch specifications. | Frontline TAN07RU Spec Sheet (PDF) |
| Frontline TAN07RU Test Report | Six-page Dolomiticert test report (number 170325) covering ANSI/ASSE Z359.1:2007 Clause 3.2.5.1 strength testing on the MEGApod (SA 17) anchorage connector. Includes test configuration, load application, and pass results. | Frontline TAN07RU Test Report (PDF) |
| Frontline TAN07RU User Manual | Shared MEGApod user instruction manual covering both TAN07 and TAN10 models. Includes general warnings and limitations, system requirements, setup, fall clearance, inspection, retirement, and rescue planning. Issued by Frontline Fall Protection Inc. with SATRA Technology Centre listed as Notified Body. | Frontline MEGApod User Manual (PDF) |
