attaching metal clad

[40cpe]

I'm on my first project using metal clad. I'm using it in my metal building with wood purlins and girts. Being used to working with Romex, it is a learning curve. I started using the 3/8 clamps that attach to the girt with a screw. Holding the wire, clamp, screw and driver is quite cumbersome so I started using a Romex staple to hold the mc while I installed the clamp. The staple holds the mc quite securely, so is it good practice to use the staple as a permanent way to attach to wood, or is it not OK? It sure makes the job go faster but it will be exposed and I want it to be done correctly.

Thanks for your advice.

 

[Norcal]

Don't overdrive the staples crushing the armor in the process.

 

[40cpe]

Yes, thanks. I'm driving them across the ridges in the MC and just touching it with the staple.