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Rope Access Course – 1 Week

Title

IRATA Levels 1, 2 & 3 Industrial Rope Access Courses

Requirements

Minimum age of 18 years

Candidates should be free of medical conditions which are contra-indications for this type of work

Candidates should be physically able to perform the tasks expected in terms of strength, agility and co-ordination. They should also be able to withstand the stresses of the working environment such as heat, cold, and inclement weather

It is recommended that all personnel employed in rope access should be medically fit to perform the work they are likely to undertake, and that a suitable medical should be carried out to confirm this (e.g. suitable medical standards may be found in documentation such as that of the UK Offshore Operators Association)

No experience in rope access is necessary for entry to Level 1

Duration

Each of the IRATA Industrial Rope Access Courses will normally be held over a four-day period with the assessment on day five.

Aims

The aim of the IRATA Level 1 Industrial Rope Access Course is to develop the necessary skills and techniques that will enable candidates to pass a level 1 assessment – 5 days

The aim of the levels 2 and 3 courses is to prepare the operative to move to a higher level of qualification within the IRATA scheme

Objectives

By the end of the course, candidates will be able to perform and demonstrate the following:

Technicians should be capable of performing full range of Rope Access techniques on site and under the supervision of a Rope Access Safety Supervisor, where applicable. The level 1 technician will not be able to supervise or train other people

Technicians should be responsible for the maintenance and examination of his/her personal Rope Access equipment, his/her own ropes for access and assisting the Supervisor in rigging and rescue

Level 1 technicians shall perform basic rescues and demonstrate competence in using and maintaining his/her access equipment

The candidate must be familiar with current legislation and Company Access and Safety procedures

Throughout the course the candidate will be continually assessed, and on the last day of the training programme, the candidate will undertake both a written and practical examination by an independent IRATA Assessor

Revalidation and promotion between levels

There are three levels of attainment in the IRATA system (click here to see the IRATA training scheme flow chart)

Technicians can move from level 1 to level 2 after the completion of one year and 1000 worked hours, and between levels 2 and 3 after a further year and 1000 worked hours

Revalidation is required every three years at all levels

The cost of the course includes your registration with IRATA, training manuals and tea & coffee.

Click here to see the full course programme.

Please call us if you require accommodation for the week.