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CERTIFIED IRATA TRAINING IN CALGARY

Two people suspended on a harness, one adult and one child, inside a climbing or training gym, with safety helmets and gear.

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 window washers are suspended on ropes cleaning the windows of a modern, multi-story atrium with glass railings and open corridors. There are large green plants in the foreground.

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 a harness appears to be walking on air at an indoor adventure or training facility, with two other people suspended on a platform above, all engaged in a ropes course or climbing 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 practicing a rescue training exercise indoors, with one person suspended in the air and the other assisting.

LEVEL 1

A certified individual who performs rope access work.  

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

Two window cleaners suspended by ropes cleaning the inside of a large glass window on the upper floor of a modern building.

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.

A person in harnesses is suspended in mid-air inside an indoor climbing or rescue training facility, with others working above on a metal platform.

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.