What qualifications do you need for rope access?
To become a rope access technician, you must complete an official certification course. This initial requirement is achieved through a training center (the specific requirements, content, and duration will depend on your country).
What is rope access Level 3?
The IRATA Level 3 rope access course is an advanced course for candidates who already have an IRATA Level 2 certificate and possess the required work experience.
How safe is rope access?
From their data the fatality rate for rope access is calculated at 0.08 per 1000 and 0.64 per 1,000 for reportable injuries. These statistics are relatively low, especially when compared with what seems like lower-risk jobs in factories and warehouse where serious injury reports run into the hundreds.
What can an IRATA Level 1 do?
Delegates completing a Level 1 IRATA Rope Access training course will be able to;
- Inspect their own personal rope.
- Correctly use access equipment.
- Assist in rig and non-standard operations under the guidance of a higher graduate.
- Undertake a rescue involving descent by themself and have knowledge of hauling systems.
How do I get Level 2 IRATA?
The IRATA Level 2 rope access course is an intermediate course for candidates who already have an IRATA Level 1 certificate and the requisite work experience. The candidate must be an IRATA Level 1 technician with a minimum of 12 months and 1000 hours of work experience (verified by their IRATA logbook).
How old do you have to be to do a rope access course?
aged 18 or over
IRATA Rope Access candidates must be aged 18 or over. There are no other pre-requisites for IRATA Rope Access Level 1 training however candidates should have a reasonable level of physical fitness and the ability to lift their own bodyweight. A “head for heights” is essential.
How much is Compex course?
$2,400 USD
Course Cost & Booking: The Course is a 5-day course with lunch and refreshments provided. Cost is UK: £1750+VAT; USA: $2,400 USD.
What does a rope access technician do?
Level 1 Rope Access Technician He/she is: Responsible for inspections of all his/her own personal rope access equipment; Able to assist in rigging and non-standard operations, under the guidance of a higher grade; Able to undertake a rescue involving descent by him/herself and have a knowledge of hauling systems.