IRATA

IRATA

We’re very proud to be a Training Member Company for IRATA. Per IRATA’s requirements, you must receive 30 hours of training prior to a certification attempt. We ensure each of our trainers and instructors are competent and can deliver the course curriculum in a consistent and professional manner. 

Our four-day course will teach you how to safely conduct rope access operations in accordance with the guidance published by the Industrial Rope Access Trade Association, or IRATA. You’ll use the fifth day to show off your new skills in accordance with IRATA’s Training, Assessment and Certification Scheme. We’ll bring in an Assessor who will manage the day and, if you’re successful, issue a certification to you. Plus, every successful candidate will get a great shirt!

There are three levels of certification, and each has its own requirements for certification.

Read our frequently asked questions here.

Price

USD 1800

4 Days plus Assessment Day

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

Level 1

A safe system of work is the foundation of an IRATA worksite. We’ll teach you what your role is in making sure your job is conducted safely and efficiently. You’ll learn about working on a two-rope system, how to inspect and use your gear properly, and basic theory regarding MBS and SWL, angle loading and mechanical advantage. You’ll also learn basic maneuvers such as:

Level 2

This course builds on your level 1 skills and is designed to prepare you for a leadership role within the team. Techniques include rigging and transport systems, advanced rescues, and theory. Yes, there is math involved, but it’s not too complicated. You’ll spend your week learning these techniques:

Level 3

Proper supervision is key to a safe and successful job. This course is designed to develop your knowledge of planning your work and safely completing your tasks. You’ll build upon the skills learned at the lower levels while learning more about how to lead a team. You’ll rely on your experience as you acquire new skills such as:

More About IRATA

IRATA International’s rope access system is a safe method of working at height where ropes and associated equipment are used to gain access to and from the work position, and to be supported there.
IRATA International has a continuously evolving regime of work procedures that members are required to follow, and which are monitored for compliance to ensure that a safe system of work is established and maintained. This sets IRATA International member companies apart from rope access companies that are not subject to such a rigorous monitoring, controls and IRATA’s robust Training, Assessment and Certification Scheme (TACS).