ROPE ACCESS TRAINING

CERTIFIED IRATA TRAINING IN CALGARY

Two people wearing helmets and harnesses are suspended in the air, practicing climbing or rescue training inside a metal structure with yellow ladders.

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.

Two rescue workers suspended on ropes inside a building with multiple floors, performing maintenance or rescue operations, with plants and railings visible.

LEVEL 2

This is an experienced rope access technician who has Level 1 skills plus more complex rigging, rescue, and rope access skills, under the supervision of a Level 3.

A person in safety gear hangs suspended in mid-air during a ropes course or training simulation, with two instructors or guides positioned above on a platform, overseeing the activity.

LEVEL 3

This is a rope access technician who is capable of complete responsibility for rope access safety in 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 an extensive knowledge of advanced rigging and rescue techniques; holds an appropriate and current first aid certificate, and has knowledge of the IRATA training, assessment and certification scheme.

CERTIFIED SPRAT TRAINING IN CALGARY

Two people wearing safety harnesses and helmets are engaged in indoor climbing or rescue training on a vertical rope structure.

LEVEL 1

A certified individual who performs rope access work.  

A Level 1 Technician may only work under the direct, on-site supervision.

Two workers in safety gear are suspended on ropes cleaning or inspecting the ceiling of a multi-story indoor atrium, with balconies and glass railings, and greenery on the balcony ledge.

LEVEL 2

A certified individual who is trained in advanced methods of access, rigging, and rescue.

In the SPRAT system, a level 2 may have some supervision responsibilities.

Person in climbing gear being lowered from a high harness system in an indoor adventure or training facility, with a backdrop partially reading 'ership at' and a sky-themed design.

LEVEL 3

A certified individual who has extensive training in advanced methods of access, rigging, and rescue, and who is responsible for the overall rope access work site, including risk assessments, access, rigging, and rescue plans.

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 TRAINING FAQs

  • The Industrial Rope Access Trade Association (IRATA) was formed in 1987 by a handful of the world’s leading rope access companies to solve maintenance problems in the offshore oil and gas industry. It was formed with the primary objective of providing a safe working environment for the rope access industry.

  • There are over 700 IRATA member companies world wide.

  • There is a written and practical component to every assessment. You will be evaluated on your ability to carry out the required tasks in a safe and effective manner. You'll also be evaluated on your knowledge, in accordance with the IRATA TACS.