RACE - Fixed Roof Bracket, 2" x 8" 45°, RACE-RB-F-8-45

The RACE Fixed Roof Bracket is a rigid scaffold bracket configured at a 45° angle, suited for use on steep (12/12 pitch) roofs. It is rated to support one worker and a load of materials in compliance with staging guidelines. The bracket features rounded corners to minimize shingle damage and requires experienced handling and adherence to fall protection rules.

Key features:

• Fixed 45° orientation for steep roof (12/12 pitch) use
• Rounded corners to reduce shingle damage
• Rated for one worker plus material load
• Maximum recommended spacing of 8 feet between brackets
• Designed for roof applications only—not an anchor point

• SKU / Item #: RACE-RB-F-8-45
• Size: 8″
• Angle: 45°
• Length: 19″
• Capacity: one worker per 8 ft staging plus up to 250 lbs of materials
• Construction: commercial grade 11-gauge steel
• Finish: powder coat
• Corner design: rounded to protect shingles
• Use constraints: for roof use only, not an anchor point
• Spacing: up to 8 ft between brackets
• Safety notes: always use fall protection and follow OSHA regulations; intended for experienced tradesmen

• Verify the roof pitch is approximately 12/12 (45°) before selecting this bracket.
• Lift a shingle at the intended bracket location, slide the mounting plate beneath it so the back plate bears on the sheathing over a rafter.
• Fasten the bracket using 20-penny nails through **all** mounting plate slots, driving each nail through the roofing surface and into the underlying rafter.
• Install scaffold-grade wood planks (nominal 2″ thickness), spanning the brackets with plank ends extending 6-12″ beyond the bracket arm. 
• Maintain spacing of no more than 8 feet between adjacent brackets when used for worker staging. 
• Before use, confirm fall-protection equipment is in place (harness, lanyard, guardrail) because the bracket itself is not a personal anchor. 
• After work, remove the plank, lift the bracket gently, and replace the displaced shingle over the mounting plate. Seal any exposed nail penetrations with roofing cement. 

Q: Can this bracket serve as an anchor point for fall-arrest systems?
A: No. The manufacturer explicitly states the bracket is not rated for personal fall arrest anchorage. It is only intended for staging or material support.

Q: On what roof pitch is this bracket intended to be used?
A: This bracket is specifically configured for a 12/12 pitch (45° angle) roof-plane.

Q: What is the load capacity per section when installed correctly?
A: The bracket is rated for one worker per 8 feet of staging plus materials up to 250 lbs, assuming correct installation and spacing.

Q: How far apart can I space the brackets when setting up a walkway or staging on the roof?
A: The spacing should not exceed 8 feet between brackets for safe staging and load distribution.