AIMED AT Employees of companies and individuals who wish to obtain / maintain an international accreditation for rope access and work positioning. Levels, 1, 2, or 3 5 days training + 1 assessment day (Includes Examination Fees + IRATA Registration) Direct access to Level 2 7 days training + 2 assessment days (Includes Examination Fees + IRATA Registration) Renewal of Levels, 1, 2, or 3 5 days training + 1 assessment day (Includes Examination Fees + IRATA Registration) Main Trainers: André Monteiro (IRATA Nº:3/53592/i) Romeu Alecrim (IRATA Nº:3/67771/i)
Level 1 AIMS A level 1 rope access technician shall be capable of performing a limited range of rope access tasks under the supervision of a level 3 rope access technician. Understand and implement rope access procedures, work methodology, and risk assessment; Be responsible for the correct inspection of his/her PPE before using it; Be able to carry out the basic set up of anchors and other operations under the guidance of a higher level technician; Carry out simple rescue and descent through independent ropes and have knowledge of lifting systems in rescue facilities. DURATION OF TRAINING Access Level 1: 40 h (5 days) + 1 assessment day. REQUIREMENTS Registration form; Medical certificate of fitness; 2 photos (passport size); Copy of the CC / ID or Passport; Minimum age: 18 years. VALIDITY Certificate valid for 3 years.
Level 2 AIMS A Level 2 rope access technician shall be able to carry out complex tasks under the supervision of a Level 3 technician. Master the skills and knowledge covered in Level 1; Carry out the set-up of complex anchors, including in confined spaces, shunts, and tensioned ropes; Carry out rescues in various situations; Set up and implement lifting / rescue systems; Know the different work techniques, legislation, work procedures, and risk assessment. DURATION OF TRAINING Access Level 2: 40 h (5 days) + 1 assessment day; Direct Access to Level 2: 56 h (5 days) + 2 assessment days. REQUIREMENTS Registration form; Medical certificate of fitness; 2 photos (passport size); Copy of the CC / ID or Passport; Minimum age: 18. Access from Level 1 to Level 2 Show logbook with over 1000 hours signed and possess Level 1 for over a year. Revalidation of Level 2 or Access from Level 1 to Level 2 after the Level 1 or 2 certificate has expired Show logbook and verify framework with the IRATA (TACS and Procedures for IRATA Registration and Direct Entry). Direct access to Level 2 Experience in rope access; Submit to be checked by IRATA. VALIDITY Certificate valid for 3 years.
Level 3 AIMS A Level 3 rope access technician is responsible for the knowledge and application of procedures for rope access, work methodology, and associated risk assessments. Master the skills and knowledge covered in Level 2; Carry out advanced rescues; Understand the IRATA system, including the IRATA certification system, TACS, and ICOP; Master various work techniques, legislation, work procedures, and risk analysis; Master complex anchor set ups and advanced rescue techniques. DURATION OF TRAINING Access Level 3: 40 h (5 days) + 1 assessment day. REQUIREMENTS Registration form; Medical certificate of fitness; 2 photos (passport size); Copy of the CC / ID or Passport. Revalidation of Level 3 and access from Level 2 to Level 3 Show logbook with more than 1000 hours, signed, and possess Level 2; certificate in first aid for over a year (minimum 20 hours). Revalidation of Level 3 or Access from Level 2 to Level 3 after Level 2 or 3 certificates have expired Show logbook and verify framework with the IRATA (TACS and Procedures for IRATA Registration and Direct Entry). VALIDITY Certificate valid for 3 years.
Planning and management 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, care & maintenance of equipment; Pre-use checking of equipment; Detailed interim inspections of equipment; Assembly of equipment & buddy check; Rigging Anchor selection; Knots and rope handling; Basic anchor system; Y-hangs; Hazard avoidance and rope protection; Re-anchors (*); Deviations; Retrievable rigging; Work restraint lines; Vertical fall arrest systems; Tensioned lines; Rigging for Rescue and Hauling Lowering system; Hauling systems; Cross haul; Complex rescue system (team rescue); Rope Manoueuvres Back-up devices; Descent; Ascent; Changeovers; Descent using ascending devices; Ascent using descending devices; Deviations; Rope-to-Rope Transfer; Re-anchors; Passing mid-rope knots; Edge obstruction at the top; Use of work seats (comfort seats); Passing mid-rope protection;
Climbimg techniques Horizontal aid climbing; Vertical aid climbing; Climbing with fall arrest equipment; Rope Rescues Rescue from descent mode; Rescue from ascent mode; Passing a deviation with a casualty (*); Rope-to-rope transfer with a casualty; Passing a re-anchor with a casualty; Mid-transfer rescue; Passing mid-rope knots with a casualty; Use of tensioned ropes for rescue; Climbing Rescues Rescue from aid climb; Rescue from fall arrest equipment; Rescue from aid climb - short connection; Show awareness of technique/use under direct supervision. Awareness not required at this level. Demonstrate competence; understand and apply technique. (*) Level 2: single-anchor deviation; Level 3: double-anchor deviatio