TARGET GROUP This training course is intended for any person who is going to work in Rope Access industry. The training is addressed to beginners including those with no experience, even those who did not have any contact with ropes at all.
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE
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 them self and use of hauling systems.
APPROVAL IRATA – Industrial Rope Access Trade Association Member 6042/T
COURSE CONTENTS The IRATA International Training LEVEL 1 course covers the following topics: Planning and management
IRATA International system
Legal framework
Hazard identification and risk assessment
Selection of access method
Selection of personnel and competence
Safety method statement
Exclusion zones, permits to work, etc.
Planning for emergencies
First aid and suspension intolerance
Equipment
Selection of equipment
Care and maintenance of equipment
Pre-use checking of equipment
Detailed and interim inspections
Assembly of equipment and buddy check
Rigging
Anchor selection
Knots and rope handling
Basic anchor system
Y-hangs
Hazard avoidance and rope protection
Rigging for rescue and hauling
Lowering systems
Hauling systems
Rope manoeuvres
Back-up devices
Descent
Ascent
Changeovers
Descent using ascending devices
Ascent using a descending device
Deviations
Rope-to-rope transfers
Re-anchors
Passing mid-rope knots
Edge obstructions at the top
Use of work seats (comfort seats)
Passing mid-rope protection
Climbing techniques
Horizontal aid climbing
Climbing with fall arrest equipment
Rope rescues
Rescue from descent mode
ENTRY STANDARDS
18 years of age;
Physically fit and unaffected by any disability or medical condition that may prevent them from working safely;
have an adequate level of fitness, are physically able to perform the tasks expected in terms of strength, agility, and co-ordination;
Are able to withstand the stresses of the working environment, such as heat, cold, and other inclement weather. Candidates are required to certify that they do not have any medical disabilities or contraindications that may prevent them from working safely. The minimum requirement is a self-certification statement.
If a candidate has a contra-indicated condition which is controlled with medication, he/she shall obtain a signed doctor’s note to show training member company or employer that the condition should not prevent that person doing rope access work providing they have access to the required medication.
DURATION OF THE TRAINING COURSE 5 days (4 days training 1 day assessment).