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@wagyu_killer Күн бұрын

it rarely happens but one roof concrete tile fell off the second storu of my house and landed on the first floor roof tile. luckily i was not there when it fell

@chrisbrennan3394 3 күн бұрын

How do you inspect the sides sir? That looks like it has you protected for the front of the house and back of house but what about the sides?Also this has been the most helpful video on KZbin your saving peoples lives by teaching this .Thank you excellent content 👌

@simonvance8054 5 күн бұрын

I noticed you had an Aimtom so I clicked on this video. I also bought one on amazon and it’s been great for charging and powering a lot of things. My doctor recommended me getting a cpap but I didn’t think the Aimtom could power it.. now I know it can.. Thanks for this!

@RooftopSafetyUSA 5 күн бұрын

@simonvance8054 the Aimtom will power it if your CPAP operates at 12 volts, which some do. For machines with other voltages you need the ES960 with selectable voltage, see it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4XVnYp3rbGFqqcsi=cFRWUrLAs8uPNpz5

@CleophasMusina 18 күн бұрын

What's the price of complete harness and 200m rope(12mm)

@RooftopSafetyUSA 17 күн бұрын

12 mm rope is too large for the descenders and ascenders in this kit, I would recommend 10.5 or 11 mm lifeline. Cost for the complete with 200 meters of rope would be $2350.00 If you have further questions or would like to place an order please email [email protected] or call/text 757-435-0407. Thank you.

@jrclark9019 23 күн бұрын

I've noticed that the charger gets pretty warm while plugged into an AC wall outlet. Is this cause for concern? Also, what power setting should I adjust the unit to while recharging? I've been using the default 12 v setting.

@RooftopSafetyUSA 19 күн бұрын

I haven't noticed the charger getting warm, I'll check that next time I recharge. The power setting doesn't effect the charging process, it is only for output and only effects the one round DC Out jack.

@carldupre9865 Ай бұрын

thinking about this one or the ES720... need it for dramstation 2... looks like the 960 will go about 4-5 hours longer than the 720..the main reason for es720 is that is $130 less....

@RooftopSafetyUSA Ай бұрын

@carldupre9865 I haven't tested a Dreamstation 2 but I recently acquired an original Dreamstation and it ran over 49 hours on the ES960. I need to post a video on that.

@sqooot Ай бұрын

Nobody using an extension ladder for work is wearing a helmet and a guide harness…

@firstmkb Ай бұрын

Suggestions if you ever reshoot this. Consider a split screen that can show the gear closer on one side. Contrasting colors, especially the well-used rope would help. It’s probably very simple if you’re used to working with the gear, but lots of parts if you’re new. Thanks!

@wagyu_killer Ай бұрын

it probably snows a lot there

@markh.6687 2 ай бұрын

I can already hear the outraged roofers who insist they don't need safety gear to roof something like this. Because hitting the ground really hard is far more preferable to working safely, and I'm sure your General Liability and Workman's Comp insurers will just look the other way when the claim is investigated. Oh, wait...roofers like those don't HAVE any insurance. Remember, customers, when you get a quote for roofing or anything else, get a copy of their Certificate of Coverage and VERIFY it with the issuing company/agent shown on it. If the contractor won't provide it, RUN AWAY!

@alien4053 2 ай бұрын

His wife: "Get down from there"

@davidmoss2576 2 ай бұрын

People laugh till they fall off a ladder then realize their quality of life is basically that of an 80 year old. Too many young men think it can't happen to them till it does. Keep safe everyone.

@markabrice 2 ай бұрын

Is this battery FAA approved?

@RooftopSafetyUSA 2 ай бұрын

I have definitely been through FAA airport security with it a few times in my carry-on luggage

@markabrice 2 ай бұрын

The Amazon link for the battery and solar panel is a deadster.

@RooftopSafetyUSA 2 ай бұрын

Unfortunately it looks like that particular battery is no longer available.

@MarkEkberg-lr3yq 2 ай бұрын

Question about UL listing and fireplace stoves? What is the difference between factory built fireplaces and fireplace stoves? 1004.1 says UL127. How is a guy supposed to know the difference?

@RooftopSafetyUSA 2 ай бұрын

The main difference is a factory-built fireplace is a built-in unit, installed within the construction of the home. A fireplace stove is a freestanding unit that can be burned with the doors open (like a fireplace) or closed (like a woodstove).

@geoffl 3 ай бұрын

great content!

@RooftopSafetyUSA 3 ай бұрын

@@geoffl Thank you

@geoffl 3 ай бұрын

I assume you had to attach the rope the first time you went up. This is your second trip up.

@RooftopSafetyUSA 3 ай бұрын

@geoffl no we shot a tag line (small slick string) over the roof, then use that to pull the lifeline over the roof. Then secure lifeline to a substantial object like a tree. Complete fall protection setup before leaving the ground. Watch "15 Minute Fall Protection" on this channel.

@geoffl 3 ай бұрын

@@RooftopSafetyUSA awesome! Could you make a video showing how you do it?

@RooftopSafetyUSA 3 ай бұрын

@@geoffl here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jICxqnitp6Z6l8ksi=r4zkv3aGSF1VuJPC

@geoffl 3 ай бұрын

@@RooftopSafetyUSA thank you!

@TimmyTimbits-qj8is 4 ай бұрын

how do you protect yourself from falls off of the side of the roof (i.e. the side that is 90 degrees to the rope)?

@izsakitt3711 4 ай бұрын

Not going anywhere? Go somewhere... ; Oh, who placed the rope onto the roof?

@RooftopSafetyUSA 4 ай бұрын

@izsakitt3711 the rope was pulled over the roof with a tagine (1/8th inch string) which we shot over the roof with a giant slingshot

@MegaTcarr 4 ай бұрын

You use a quick link (maillon) to attach the lanyard to the D ring 🤡 You didn't add the shackles for your podium. 🤡's like this don't have a fu@*!ng clue!

@mvmv5883-e3g 4 ай бұрын

You could've used a drone to carry the rope..

@billlimbach1162 4 ай бұрын

I have tested the EasyLonger 960 with my Resmed Aircurve 10 Bipap. Here is my results after each night: * If you DON'T use the humidifier & heated hose: After 8 hours, it only lost 1 bar, and it had PLENTY of power. Probably good for 2-3 nights (8 hrs. each time) * If You DO use the humidifier & heated hose: It ran out of power at just under 6 hours.

@billlimbach1162 4 ай бұрын

@RooftopSafetyUSA 4 ай бұрын

Very similar to my results. See this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHrIo6SAirdpp6ssi=NSZL40gtpzyHAeci

@RooftopSafetyUSA 4 ай бұрын

Very similar to my results. See this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHrIo6SAirdpp6ssi=NSZL40gtpzyHAeci

@billlimbach1162 4 ай бұрын

@RooftopSafetyUSA 4 ай бұрын

Similar to my results. See this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHrIo6SAirdpp6ssi=NSZL40gtpzyHAeci

@pablobarosa27 4 ай бұрын

literally worth nothing to the average person. nobody is doing that

@RooftopSafetyUSA 4 ай бұрын

Well maybe it isn't for everyone but some people like to be safe. Too many people are falling and getting hurt.

@PinkFZeppelin 19 күн бұрын

My roof is 60 degrees and is steel. You literally can’t walk on it and a ladder wants to kick out. I do exactly this when I have to check the screws on my roof which is every single summer. It’s the standard in Europe and in window washing.

@johnrotten4871 5 ай бұрын

After setting my battery to 24VDC my Airsense 11 shuts down during CPAP use after about 2 hours. I have repeated this 3 times and it still shuts down after 2 hours. Battery charge is good. Any idea what may be the issue. Thanks

@RooftopSafetyUSA 5 ай бұрын

That sounds like a short run time so I'm guessing you have the tube heater and humidifier on. That will greatly reduce run time. When I tested my Air Sense 10 I got about 7 hours run time with tube heater and humidifier on and about 4 nights with it off. I just upgraded my Air Sense 10 to the Air Sense 11 but haven't tested it yet. I'll try to do that soon. Watch this video if you haven't already seen it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHrIo6SAirdpp6ssi=yQW2AHwPFw8AdHmz

@johnrotten4871 5 ай бұрын

@@RooftopSafetyUSA Thanks for the reply - The battery shut down after 2 hours the first night and i switched to wall power as I was at home testing the new ES-960 battery. Humidifier and heated hose are turned off. On night 2 it shut off again after about 2 hours. This time I turned battery back on and reset it to 24VDC and it ran for about 3 hours. I reset the battery again and made it until morning - about 2 hours. On both nights of testing the battery still shows almost a full charge after use. The cord I used for these 2 nights was the supplied Airsense 11 cord that came with the battery. I also have a 12VDC cigarette lighter plug/adapter that plugs into the 12VDC and puts out 24VDC - I am going to try this cord tonight to see if the problem is originating from the cord included with the battery.

@johnrotten4871 5 ай бұрын

Used the (bought separately) 12VDC cigarette lighter plug/adapter (12 to 24VDC) last night and it made it through the whole night with over 75% left on the battery (no humidifier or heated hose). Will experiment again with the supplied Airsense 11 cord (select 24VDC on battery DC Out port) in a few days as I'm going camping.

@johnrotten4871 5 ай бұрын

4 nights camping using 12VDC cigarette lighter plug/adapter and ES-960 was still at 50-75%. No humidifier or heated hose - pressure settings 6-9 on CPAP Airsense 11.

@RooftopSafetyUSA 5 ай бұрын

@johnrotten4871 that's pretty good. If you aren't currently using HME's you should try those.

@blackbear92201 6 ай бұрын

I think this is a wonderful video. It conveys plenty of helpful detail at each key step donning the harness. I feel much more confident with my own life and body having seen this. thanks for posting! :D

@RooftopSafetyUSA 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@AfshinShoa 6 ай бұрын

first you need a ladder stabilizer, and the anchor is not secured to the roof, that's a no no to pull yourself up using an unsecured anchor!

@RooftopSafetyUSA 6 ай бұрын

Ladder stabilizers are a great item and I highly recommend them but they are not required. Also the RidgePro is approved for use as shown for "first man up" applications.

@jepp0711 6 ай бұрын

I’ve been an inspector for OSHA. While I’m glad this guy recognizes fall hazards, this setup would not comply with 1926 standards and OSHA will likely issue serious violations for doing it this way . First of all you never tie off to a vehicle because the vehicle can roll away or be driven away. The attachment point has to be in the center of the back. There must be an arresting device that both limits the free fall distance and G forces on the body. And the anchor point to the fence is not going to withstand the required 5000 pounds of force. This guy has great intentions. If he reads this comment I’d encourage him to get in touch with OSHAs consultation program and go through their fall protection standard class.

@RooftopSafetyUSA 6 ай бұрын

I probably should have stated in the video that this demonstration was prepared for a presentation to the National Chimney Sweep Guild (NCSG). NCSG has been working with OSHA for more than 10 years to receive recognition for procedures commonly used in the chimney service industry. In December 2023 NCSG & OSHA reached agreement on numerous items, and this video illustrates those points. You can review the full agreement between NCSG & OSHA here: www.ncsg.org/assets/docs/NCSG%20%20Settlement%20Agreement%20-%20Final%20Executed%20-%2012-1-23%20003.pdf The agreement allows attaching the lifeline to vehicles, to 4 x 4 posts (fenceposts), trees and chimneys among other things. Front attachment of the lifeline has been permitted for a long time when free fall distance is limited to 2 feet. (1910.140(c)(22) ) This is accomplished by minimizing lifeline slack which is a hallmark of training in the chimney service industry. Also by minimizing lifeline slack the anchor forces are extremely low, no where near 5000 pounds. Plenty of tests have shown that with 2' or less of slack the fall forces rarely exceed a few hundred pounds, but that varies somewhat with roof type and pitch. The procedures illustrated in this video were intended for use by chimney service technicians working on residential homes where no fall protection anchors are installed. The methods in the video show a way to access a roof with fall restraint/fall protection from beginning to end. No need to figure out how to safely access the roof ridge to install an anchor that homeowners don't want screwed or nailed into their roof anyway. Also no need to remove the anchor after work is complete, attempt to prevent leaks in the roof, and then figure out how to get back to the ground safely.

@michaelsanzone7217 6 ай бұрын

Hey i do Copper Cedar Slate and Tile roofing. Lots of steep monster and slow restorations. Is the petzl astro bod fast u the most comfortable harness you know of? Im 33 and these cheap uline harness they give us are starting to really hurt me lol. But like really hurt bad like gets me after work even on the days off.

@RooftopSafetyUSA 6 ай бұрын

Yes the Astro is comfortable. It is a harness designed for suspended workers, like on wind turbines, towers, etc where the worker is suspended for long periods of time. It has good padding at shoulders, hips and legs.

@bobdimartino6738 6 ай бұрын

question is who went up and mounted the rope at the top??

@RooftopSafetyUSA 6 ай бұрын

No one. We shoot a small line over the roof with a large slingshot, then use the small line to pull the lifeline over the roof. Then attach lifeline to a substantial object like a tree or vehicle.

@schwarg 6 ай бұрын

Pretty sure if I bring this gear on my first day of HVAC I'll become a meme of the company.

@marcomunna9013 6 ай бұрын

Hi. Would you recommend to connect two handle ascenders (without the chest ascenders) to a double lanyard (Y type)? or it is better to have one lanyard for each handle? I use the Simond Vache Double for climbing. thank you

@RooftopSafetyUSA 6 ай бұрын

Personally I would use two lanyards but a Y type would be acceptable. Just be sure to inspect the attachment of the Y lanyard carefully because it could be a single point of failure, if it wore out at the spot it attaches to the harness.

@soundman460 6 ай бұрын

Astro is overkill for just roofs. Avo bod fast is enough if your not ascending vertical using the chest ascender

@BearContractingandConstruction 6 ай бұрын

I'm a general contractor who is very familiar with OSHA rules and regulations. While I think your video is certainly better than nothing, I believe that this video must be intended for homeowners because this method is not compliant with OSHA regulations for construction workers. The ladder must extend three feet beyond the landing surface (roof edge), the attachment point for the harness has to be centered in the back between the shoulders, and you have to have an arresting strap on the harness. For your reference see 1926.502 and 1926.1053.

@RooftopSafetyUSA 6 ай бұрын

Front attachment is permitted when you limit lifeline slack to 2' or less.

@BearContractingandConstruction 6 ай бұрын

@@RooftopSafetyUSA I think you’re referring to a positioning device. (See 1926.502(e)(1)). The problem is that a positioning device as per definition is only designed for vertical surfaces, not horizontal or sloped surfaces. (See 1926.500(b)). I commend your intentions though, but I don’t believe it complies with standards for employers. I teach this stuff to contractors.

@RooftopSafetyUSA 6 ай бұрын

@@BearContractingandConstruction see 1910.140(c)(22)

@jepp0711 6 ай бұрын

The 1910 standard only applies to general industry. It does not apply to anything in construction. The construction standard is 1926. So if you were to use this system to repair a rooftop AC system then maybe you can get away with it. Also, you’re not limited to 2 feet if you a walked off the right edge of the roof.

@PinkFZeppelin 19 күн бұрын

@@BearContractingandConstruction IRATA and Petzl would disagree with you. I’ll trust their lawyers.

@grrzoot4453 7 ай бұрын

well done sir

@dee9692 8 ай бұрын

After the usual research, I ordered a Petzl Rig (model D021AA00, manufactured from 2018) from Amazon that was advertised to accept ropes between 10 and 11.5mm. This is confirmed on Petzl's website where on a technical details PDF it very clearly states (in a few places) that the Rig's rope compatibility is 10 - 11.5. In the details around certification it states that rope 10.5mm can be used in PARALLEL. All other certifications provide for ropes 10-11.5. I'd suggest that either you have an earlier version of the Rig which had different specifications and certification, or you have it wrong. Since you seem to reading from the equipment itself, the former is most likely. But, despite your publication date of 2019, nowhere do you make this distinction and so the video is, for current purposes, misleading.

@RooftopSafetyUSA 8 ай бұрын

You are correct. Petzl made a change in the RIG. At the time the video was made they only handled 10.5 to 11.5 mm ropes. Now they accept 10 - 11.5 mm rope.

@oscarcalles7774 8 ай бұрын

Could you walk all the roof with it ?

@RooftopSafetyUSA 8 ай бұрын

You have some ability to move side to side (approximately equal to distance from roof edge to ridge) but depending on width of roof you may need additional lifelines.

@twopointtrading 8 ай бұрын

Great tutorial. I really like the idea of using the RidgePro as an anchor point for my rope & harness versus tying off on ground anchors or a tree on the opposing side of the house due to the potential time saved during set up. I noticed the hook moving side to side and up and down during your initial ascent. I know that technically we should fasten the hook to the roof, but if we don't, do you feel there is a high risk of the hook bouncing or slipping off during our ascent with our rope? Have you ever experienced the hook coming out of position when attempting to ascend the roof?

@RooftopSafetyUSA 8 ай бұрын

Hello, I have not had the RidgePro dislodge or even make me think it was going to. The key is to make sure you are pulling down and not up. You need to be careful when you get near the ridge to make sure you aren't lifting up on it. If I am going to be spending time near the ridge I prefer a lifeline over the roof to a sturdy anchor on the ground. I can set and secure a lifeline in under 10 minutes so it isn't that much trouble to do.

@oscarcalles7774 8 ай бұрын

How sir were could I purchase this ?

@RooftopSafetyUSA 8 ай бұрын

Hello we sell a complete kit that includes everything you need to get started. You can view it at this link: rooftopsafetyusa.com/products/rope-access-complete-kit you can order and pay right on our website. Reach out if you have questions.

@KrisFulford 9 ай бұрын

What about if you are laying sheathing where the full roof is not there yet, just the trusses are there. Or laying a new roof where you need full side to side movement of the whole roof. How would you handle those situations?

@RooftopSafetyUSA 9 ай бұрын

Your situation will require a combination of truss anchors and horizontal lifelines. The techniques in this video were not developed for new construction work.

@haiyang1000 9 ай бұрын

This is one of the most valuable life saving video! A couple of questions - what are the sizes and length of the line kit as well as the rope itself? How does the ridge protector work, where can one buy the ridge protector? Thank you!

@RooftopSafetyUSA 9 ай бұрын

Hello and thank you for that nice comment! The line kit is 1/8" line and the lifeline is 10.5 mm. Lengths should be in the 150' range or more if you work on really big houses. All items shown in the video can be purchased at www.RooftopSafetyUSA.com. Take a look at our complete kit that has everything you need to set up fall protection systems before you leave the ground. Kit at this link: rooftopsafetyusa.com/products/rope-access-complete-kit

@matthewcatalani4088 9 ай бұрын

starting assistant building inspector job what are the classes i need to take for cert

@RooftopSafetyUSA 9 ай бұрын

That question is best answered by the department you will be working for. Good luck with your training.

@man_vs_life 9 ай бұрын

A nice demo, thank you.

@AyupStuggy 9 ай бұрын

Check out 'RAD climbing system'. It's a method arborists often use, and one of the methods I've used myself for recreational tree climbing. The RADS method requires something like a Petzl Rig, a small pulley and a toothed ascender like you have. It gives you a 3 to 1 mechanical advantage, and gives you a very easy way to repel back down. Also use a friction-saver over the ridge to protect your rope, and the roof. Take care and bless you :)

@jojopuppyfish 10 ай бұрын

So I have the 450P System One and I tried it on my portable battery. There are 5 bars on my portable battery and after 1 night it was still 5 bars full! So this looks like it will work for 5 days at least. And thanks for the advise on the humidity HME. That works!. But the key to the whole thing is using a 12V cpap. For example I also have a Airsense 10 and that is 24v so it probably draws more electricity. PS to everyone: The 450P has been recalled by Philips. I've read online that people just removed the foam inside and that did not affect the noise. PPS: The Dreamstation 2 is a 12v cpap but physically larger than the 450p because the humidifier is not detatcchable.

@thebull54kp 10 ай бұрын

I don’t leave the ground without my vertex

@RooftopSafetyUSA 10 ай бұрын

Awesome I wish everyone did the same!

@stephenm7096 10 ай бұрын

Great review, nothing but the facts! Thank you!

@RooftopSafetyUSA 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@vincentmarro1396 10 ай бұрын

How did you get up there in the first place to tie rope up top?

@RooftopSafetyUSA 10 ай бұрын

No need to get up there first. In our training programs we show you how to set up fall protection systems before you leave the ground. Here are a couple of videos that will give you an idea how we do that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3qsi36rnbR9bcUsi=DQcWkrKQhtqeZrSD and kzbin.info/www/bejne/d36QeKZrm8eca6Msi=o5-m1wWUIvoO7-Nk You can purchase everything you need to do this at www.RooftopSafetyUSA.com or just select our complete kit which includes everything: rooftopsafetyusa.com/products/rope-access-complete-kit Let me know if you have other questions.

@age_of_reason 11 ай бұрын

What size (mm) rope is good for roofing 2 story? I ordered a 8mm lifeline and a 6mm rope for the prusik line.

@RooftopSafetyUSA 11 ай бұрын

For 2-story homes I like a 150 to 200 foot lifeline. I also recommend at least 10 mm for the lifeline and 7 mm for the Prusik.

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