IRATA Rope Access Technician Training & Certification

Rope access Technicians are grouped into three technical grades depending on their experience and level of assessment.

Level 1
This is a rope access Technician who is able to perform a specified range of rope access tasks under the supervision of a Level 3 rope access safety supervisor. He/she is:

• able to understand and follow the rope access procedures, method statements and associated risk assessments.
• responsible for pre-use checks of his/her own rope access equipment.
• able to assist in rigging and other operations, under the guidance of a higher grade.
• able to undertake a simple rescue in descent and assist in rescue operations.

NOTE While in the process of being trained to Level 1, a person is considered to be a trainee.

Level 2
This is an experienced rope access Technician who is able to perform more complex tasks under the supervision of a Level 3 rope access safety supervisor. He/she is:

• able to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required of Level 1;
• capable of more complex rigging, including re-belays, deviations and tensioned lines.
• able to undertake rescues from a variety of situations.
• able to assemble and implement hauling systems.

Level 3
This is an experienced rope access Technician who is responsible for understanding and implementing the rope access procedures, method statements and associated risk assessments, and:

• is able to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required of Levels 1 and 2;
• understands the elements and principles of IRATA International’s safe system of work.
• is conversant with relevant work techniques and legislation
• has an extensive knowledge of advanced rope access rigging and rescue techniques.
• holds an appropriate and current first-aid certificate.