So Im a rope tech, but my brother, who is a contractor has no experience on rope, needs to do some work on a very steep (I think 14/12 or 16/12) asphalt shingle roof. I'm trying to come up with a practical system he can use to stay safe. Not trying to meet any kind of established standard, just practical safety. Aerial lift is not possible. It's either walking the roof with nothing, or do what I can to equip him.
I already setup a rope on the roof for him so that's taken care of, all he will need to do is attach and manage a device. My first thought was an ASAP lock. I think that seems like the easiest thing to teach him how to orient correctly and manage while walking around, and he could use the lock function when he gets to the specific repair areas.
I am just wondering if anyone has any better ideas. I have lots of other rope access equipment, but I figured an ASAP is probably the easiest to use with minimal training.