IRATA Rope Access Level 1
The use of rope access is now commonplace around the world, on land and offshore; in cities and on coastal cliffs; on ancient buildings and those of 21st century design. Rope access is the preferred method for many working at height, or in areas of confined or difficult access.
Long before the work at height sector came to truly appreciate the significance of formal training, IRATA was devising a training regime that today not only delivers high quality rope access technicians working to a safety creed and a proven syllabus, but enables its work force to follow a progressive route of personal development that can culminate in expertise that includes management and supervisory skills, high grade safety and rescue capabilities
All IRATA technicians are trained by those who have extensive work and instruction experience. Technicians can qualify in three grades but do not progress to higher grade until they have accumulated a set number of hours of experience on ropes. All IRATA technicians have to revalidate their certification every three years, so even the most expert cannot allow their standards to drop. Every IRATA training course is completed with an assessment by an independent senior technician.
Careers in Rope Access
If you are considering a career in rope access then we suggest that you contact rope access companies, a full list of rope access companies can be found on the IRATA web site, (www.irata.org); just click on the member companies tab. You can look for jobs that are being advertised by rope access companies by visiting the IRATA web site and the Rigg Access web site (www.rigg-access.com). Both of these web sites advertise employment and offer career advice.
IRATA Rope Access Training Course
A level 1 rope access technician shall be capable of performing a limited range of rope access tasks required by his or her employers, under the supervision of IRATA level 3 rope access technicians.
Level 1 rope access technician is:
A) Responsible for inspections of all his/her own personal rope access equipment.
B) Able to assist in rigging and non-standard operations, under supervision of a level 3
C) Able to undertake a rescue involving descent by him/herself and have knowledge of hauling systems.
The training will be over 4 days with one day assessment by an independent assessor. The course cost will include the candidate's registration with IRATA, the following documents:-
- IRATA guidelines
- IRATA general requirements
- Martin Castle Ltd training manual
All of the equipment for training will be provided in the course cost. On passing the assessment the candidates will receive the following form IRATA all included in the course cost:
- IRATA Certificate
- IRATA ID card
- IRATA Logbook
Pre-training Requirements
The minimum age of candidates is 18 years. Candidates shall be physically fit and free from any disability or medical condition that may prevent them from working safely. They shall ensure that they have an adequate level of fitness, are physically able to perform the tasks expected in terms of strength, agility and co-ordination, and are able to withstand the stresses of the working environment, such as heat, cold and other inclement weather.
Ideally, all prospective employees should be in possession of an appropriate full industrial medical certificate before starting this kind of work and should be re-assessed at regular intervals thereafter. In the absence of a full medical, trainees are required to sign the Martin Castle Ltd medical fitness form.
· Assessment: Independent assessor will assess on a written multi choice question paper and practical examination.
· Course Duration: 5 Days.
· Revalidation period: Certification valid for 3 years.
· Course cost: £600 (No VAT to pay)
Training Venue: Mile End Climbing Wall, Haverfield Road, London, E3 5BE
Course Dates
07th - 11th June 2010
28th June – 02nd July 2010
02nd - 06th August 2010
06th - 10th September 2010
04th - 08th October 2010
01st - 05th November 2010
06th - 10th December 2010