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Session 7 How Critical is it to Properly Install Guardrail End Terminals???

This session highlights the consequences of improper installation of Type 4A FLEAT guardrail end terminals. The device's performance is compromised, with rail buckling and posts ripping off hinges. Improper attachment and bolt insertion further worsen the situation. Vehicle tracking and impact head location are also discussed. Another case of incorrect installation is presented, with backwards posts and wrong slot directions at Post 2.

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Session 7 How Critical is it to Properly Install Guardrail End Terminals???

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  1. Session 7How Critical is it to Properly Install Guardrail End Terminals???

  2. Type 4A FLEAT Installed IncorrectlyResulting in Improper Performance of the DeviceDuring an End On Impact

  3. Hit Type 4A FLEAT No rail extruded thru Impact headRail buckled at Post 2, 3 & 4

  4. Impact Head would be Attached at Post 1 - This end of the Guardrail No Rail Extruded Thru Impact Head

  5. Hinge @ Post 2 Oriented Toward Post 1 – Installed Backwards - Note Post Ripped off Hinge Instead of Rotating Ripped off Hinge Hinge toward Post 1

  6. Hinge @ Post 2 Oriented Toward Post 1 – Installed Backwards Note Guardrail Bolt Pealed Off

  7. Bolts For Cable Anchor Bracket Improperly Inserted thru front of Guardrail instead of from behind – therefore Bracket could not release Properly

  8. Guardrail was Improperly Attached at Post 3 and Bolt Ripped Out

  9. Guardrail was improperly attached at Post 3 the RailFolded and Pulled Bolt Out

  10. Guardrail Folded at Post 4

  11. Vehicle Tracking After ImpactFollow Oil Trail

  12. Impact head Final Location – Landed or Moved Here??

  13. Another Type 4A Installed Incorrectly – Post 2 Backwards Post 2 Slots Wrong Direction

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