AS 5532 for Single-Point Anchors — What Clients & Auditors Look For
Anchor devices are only as good as their paperwork and in-service condition. Here’s how to prepare your site so audits and tenders go smoothly.
The anchor evidence pack (what you need on file)
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Manufacturer evidence: product identification, intended use (roof type, substrate), test method and results, rating and limitations, installation instructions.
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Installation records: who, when, method, substrate confirmation, torque/fixings, layout.
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In-service verification: inspection/recert reports at required intervals with photos, defects, and next-due dates.
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Tagging & traceability: durable tag with ID that maps to the register.
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Rescue feasibility: plan and equipment matched to each anchor location.
Common non-compliances we see
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Missing or incomplete manufacturer evidence (test basis unknown).
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Anchors on unsuitable substrates or with ambiguous fixings.
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Conflicting tags vs register; layout plans not matching reality.
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Rescue plan not viable for the actual roof geometry or drop zones.
How PRO HEIGHT WA reports make life easier
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Photo-rich defect logs and simple defect codes (pass/monitor/rectify).
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24-hour turnaround for standard sites.
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Independence (we don’t sell/install), so recommendations are conflict-free.