IRATA COURSES

IRATA certified training courses are recognized by OSHA and are ‘The’ benchmark highest standard qualification for rope access users as part of the IRATA system, and your fall prevention program

We do not support unrecognized lower standard qualification schemes in rope access.

Members of IRATA worked a total number of hours worldwide in 2008 of 7,221,408, a 33% increase over the 5.42 m for 2007.

We can train personnel for new or established companies either in Las Vegas or at your site where both your management and technicians can see the quality safety training we deliver. In 2009 we delivered training in such diverse locations as Vietnam, Dubai, California, Alaska, Louisiana,Nigeria and Brazil.

LEVELS OF QUALIFICATION

There are three levels to the IRATA training system

Level 1 - Level 1 technicians are capable of performing a full range of Rope Access techniques on site under the supervision of a Rope Access Safety Supervisor.

Level 2 - a lead technician who is capable of rigging working ropes, undertaking rescues and performing other rope access tasks under the supervision of a level 3 supervisor.

Level 3 - a technician/supervisor who is capable of complete responsibility for work projects; is able to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required of levels 1 and 2; is conversant with relevant work techniques and legislation; has a comprehensive knowledge of advanced rescue techniques; holds a current first aid qualification and has knowledge of the IRATA certification scheme.

WORK AT HEIGHT TRAINING

Fall arrest, roof top safety and harness training courses can be designed specifically for your work sites. Our consultants can carry out on-sight evaluations of your methods and needs.