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To provide the delegate with alternate access methods to previously inaccessible work areas by the use of ropes and appropriate rope access techniques.
All persons who required to access areas using ropes and rope access techniques should attend.
Theory
• ISO22846 -Part 1 Fundamental principles for a system work
• ISO22846 -Part 2 Code of Practice
• Associated hazards
• Pre-use equipment inspections
• Emergency considerations
Practical
• Knots
• Correct fitting of harness and associated equipment
• Site hazard identification
• Rigging
• Deviation
• Short re-anchor
• Passing knots
• Edge negotiation
• Rope ascent/descent
• Rope transfers
• Basic haulage systems
• Aid climbing
• Rescue – pick off descent
• Pre/post rescue considerations
Certification is valid for 3 years.
No prior climbing experience required.
Delegates must be physically and medically fit as well as have a head for heights (abseil/climb up to 30m).