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7.03
LIFTING & STAGING
Proper Lifting of CFS Trusses
Trusses may be installed manually, by crane, or
by forklift, depending on truss size, wall height
and job conditions. Individual trusses should
always be carried vertically to avoid lateral strain
and damage to joints and members.
Trusses installed manually are slid into position
over the sidewall and rotated into position using
poles. The longer the span, the more workers
needed to avoid excessive lateral strain on the
trusses. Trusses should be supported at joints
and the peak while being raised.
Large trusses should be installed by a crane or
forklift employing chokers, slings, spreader bars
and strong-backs to prevent lateral bending.
Trusses may be lifted singly, in banded groups, or
in pre-assembled groups or rafts.
Tag lines should always be used to control
movement of trusses during lifting and
placement. Workers should always use all
appropriate safety equipment.
Storage of Materials During Installation
Care must be taken, after truss installation, not to
overload trusses with the storage of other
building materials. Under no circumstances
should any materials be stored on top of
unbraced trusses!
Reference Document
Refer to the CFSC Cold-Formed Steel Building
Component Safety Information document
CFSBCSI before handling or installing trusses.
This document is available from the CFSC at
www.cfsc.sbcindustry.com
Lift shown using a spreader bar to distribute the
load. Tag lines must be used during lifting.
Lift shown using a spreader bar to distribute the
load. Tag lines must be used during lifting.
Lift shown using a strongback to distribute the
load. Tag lines must be used during lifting.
WARNING: Exercise care when removing
strapping to prevent injury.
This installer is using a heavy steel truss as a
strongback.
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