Support frame and method of use

A support frame for an edge protection system, said frame comprising:

• a first frame member and a second frame member mounted together so as to be axially slidable relative to one another between an extended position for spanning between a support surface and a roof edge for locating a post of the edge protection system alongside the roof edge of a building and a retracted position;
• a coupling mount comprising at least one coupling mount frame member having an inner end and an opposed outer end and extending outwardly from a side of an uppermost said frame member of either the first frame member or the second frame member, a pair of engagement members arranged on the outer end of the at least one coupling mount frame member for engaging with a portion of the building, and a post mount comprising a socket located on an upper side of the at least one coupling mount frame member at or near the inner end for snugly receiving and supporting the post in an upright position alongside the roof edge of the building;
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• a threaded shaft actuating mechanism comprising a threaded shaft rotatably coupled to the first frame member and upon which the second frame member is mounted for movement therealong by rotation of the threaded shaft between the extended position and the retracted position.