Fall-Protection, Roof Anchor & Fall Arrest System Inspections in Ontario

HITE Engineering provides fall-protection inspections and load testing for roof anchors, davit bases, lifelines, fall arrest systems, and façade access systems across Ontario.

We help building owners, property managers, and facility teams assess system condition, identify deficiencies, and maintain inspection and certification documentation.

Roof Anchor, Davit Base, Lifeline & Façade Access Inspections

Fall-protection and access systems require appropriate inspection and maintenance to help ensure components remain suitable for their intended use.

Depending on the building and system, HITE can provide engineering inspection and testing support for:

Who Needs Fall-Protection Inspection Services?

HITE supports organizations responsible for maintaining fall-protection and access systems across commercial, industrial, institutional, and municipal properties.

Our clients may include:

Property managers
Building owners
Facility managers
Municipalities
Commercial and industrial property portfolios
Health and safety teams
Building maintenance teams
Contractors and project teams

Whether you manage one building or multiple properties, a structured fall protection inspection program can help maintain consistent records and identify systems requiring repair, testing, or further engineering review.

Annual & Periodic Inspection and Certification

Where Ontario Regulation 859 applies to building anchor points used for window cleaning or sill work, applicable anchor points and permanently installed suspended scaffolds must be inspected by a competent person before first use, as often as necessary or as recommended by the manufacturer, and in any case at least once annually.

Other fall-protection, lifeline, davit and access systems may have different inspection or testing requirements depending on the system, applicable regulations and standards, manufacturer requirements and intended use

HITE supports annual and periodic inspections to help property teams maintain records, identify deficiencies, and plan required repairs.

What HITE Reviews

A fall arrest system inspection is based on the equipment, building conditions, system configuration, available documentation, and intended use.

Depending on the project, HITE may review:

Condition of roof anchors and supports
Davit bases and associated components
Lifeline systems
Fall arrest components
Façade access systems
Suspended access support points
System layout and configuration
Access points
Connections and attachment points
Visible damage, deterioration, or corrosion
Existing labels and identification
Previous inspection and certification records
Load testing requirements where applicable
Compliance concerns
Repair or remediation requirements

Where deficiencies are identified, HITE can document the findings and provide recommendations for the appropriate next steps.

Roof Anchor and Fall-Protection Load Testing

Depending on the anchor system, post-installed or adhesive anchorage systems may also require periodic load testing in accordance with applicable CSA requirements and manufacturer recommendations. For certain systems incorporating post-installed fasteners, testing intervals may not exceed five years. HITE can review the existing system and documentation to determine the appropriate testing program.

Our Process

HITE follows a clear inspection process to help property and facility teams understand the condition of their systems and any work that may be required.

Step 1

System and Documentation Review

We review available drawings, previous reports, certifications, system information, and building details to establish the inspection scope.

Step 2

Site Inspection

Our team inspects the applicable anchors, davit bases, lifelines, access systems, and support points to document their condition and identify visible deficiencies.

Step 3

Testing Where Applicable

Load testing or additional assessment may be completed where required based on the system, available documentation, and project scope.

Step 4

Findings and Recommendations

HITE documents identified deficiencies and provides recommendations for repairs, remediation, further assessment, or other required actions.

Step 5

Documentation and Follow-Up

We provide the applicable inspection and testing documentation and can support follow-up engineering where deficiencies need to be addressed.

What You Receive

Deliverables depend on the systems being inspected, available records, testing requirements, and project scope.

A fall-protection inspection may include:

Engineering inspection report
Asset or system inventory
Inspection findings
Deficiency list
Load testing documentation where applicable
Certification documentation where applicable
Compliance concerns
Repair or remediation recommendations
Priority items requiring attention
Follow-up engineering support

For recurring programs, maintaining these records can also help property teams track previous inspections, repairs, and system changes over time.

Related Access and Safety Engineering Services

Fall-protection systems are often connected to broader building access and worker safety requirements. HITE provides additional engineering support where access equipment, ladders, or construction safety considerations form part of the project.

Ladder Design, Installation and Inspections

HITE provides ladder design and installation support for facilities that require fixed access to roofs, equipment, elevated areas, and other locations.

Vertical Access Ladders

Facilities using fixed ladders for roof or elevated access may need to consider ladder configuration, fall protection, clearances, and other safety requirements. Learn more about vertical access ladders and Ontario regulations.

Construction Safety and Design

HITE also provides construction safety and design support where projects involve temporary or permanent access, worker safety, or related engineering requirements.

30+

Years of Industry Experience

Why Choose Us

Clients partner with HITE Engineering when they need fall-protection inspection and testing support grounded in practical engineering and building conditions.

Our team helps property managers, building owners, and facility teams understand the condition of their systems, address deficiencies, and maintain clear engineering documentation.

Founded in 1997

HITE Engineering has supported Ontario workplaces since 1997, with experience across commercial, industrial, institutional, municipal, and other environments.

Fall-Protection Inspection & Testing Support

Our engineers provide roof anchor inspections, davit base testing, lifeline reviews, fall arrest system inspections, and related engineering support based on the building and system requirements.

Support for Recurring Inspections

HITE supports annual roof anchor inspections and periodic inspection programs, helping property teams maintain documentation and identify repairs or deficiencies across individual buildings or larger portfolios.

Practical Recommendations

When deficiencies are identified, HITE focuses on clear findings and recommendations that property and facility teams can use to plan repairs, further assessment, or other required work.

Ontario-Wide Service

We're proud to provide roof anchor testing, fall protection inspections, and related engineering services for clients across Ontario.

FAQs

How often should roof anchors be inspected?

Where Ontario Regulation 859 applies to anchors used for window cleaning or sill work, anchor points must be inspected by a competent person before first use and thereafter as often as necessary, but not less frequently than recommended by the manufacturer and in any case at least once a year.

Other fall-protection anchorage systems may have different inspection or testing requirements depending on their application, manufacturer requirements, applicable standards and system design

What is included in a roof anchor inspection?

A roof anchor inspection may include review of the anchor condition, installation, attachment points, identification, visible deterioration, previous documentation, and other system-specific considerations.

Load testing may also be included where applicable.

Do you provide roof anchor load testing?

Yes. HITE provides roof anchor testing and load testing support where applicable to the system and project scope.

The testing requirements depend on the type of anchor or support, available documentation, intended use, and applicable requirements.

Can HITE inspect davit bases and lifelines?

Yes. HITE provides davit base testing, lifeline inspections, and engineering review of other fall-protection and façade access system inspections.

The exact inspection and testing requirements depend on the system and building.

What information should property managers send before booking?

Useful information may include:

Building address
Photos of the system
Roof or building drawings
Anchor or davit layouts
Previous inspection reports
Existing certification records
System manufacturer information where available
Known deficiencies or repairs
Number and type of systems requiring inspection
Required project timeline

If documentation is limited, HITE can review the available information and determine what may be needed before or during the site inspection.

Can HITE support multi-building portfolios?

Yes. HITE can support property managers, municipalities, building owners, and facility teams responsible for fall-protection systems across multiple properties.

A coordinated inspection program can help maintain consistent records, identify deficiencies, and plan follow-up work across the portfolio.

Book a Fall-Protection Inspection

If your building requires a roof anchor inspection, davit base testing, lifeline inspection, or review of another fall-protection or façade access system, HITE Engineering can help determine the appropriate inspection and testing scope.