Why IRATA Certification

IRATA is the only rope access certification recognised worldwide and for 25 years it has paved the way forward for the rope access industry. The rigorous criterion implemented by IRATA International allows only the best to progress through the levels. Specialist Height Access allows you to climb the ranks and acquire quality training from Level 1 to Level 3. Please note that rope access training requires a high degree of physical fitness, and a tolerance for heights.

Irata Level 1

No prior experience is required. You must be 18 years or over, physically fit, have an aptitude for working at heights and compete a medical form. With SHA you will become a technician who is trained to perform a limited range or Rope Access tasks under the supervision of an IRATA approved Level 3 Supervisor focusing on:

• Assessing for Risks
• Safety rope checks
• Main operations
• Assistance/ rescue manoeuvres

Irata Level 2

You will have a minimum of 12 months experience as an IRATA Level 1 & 1000 logged hours and compete a medical form You will be a technician who is capable of rigging working ropes, undertaking rescues and performing Rope Access tasks under the supervision of an approved Level 3 supervisor including:

• Demonstrating basic skills
• Exhibiting advance problem-solving abilities for complex operations
• Demonstrate rescue manoeuvres
• Awareness and application of hauling systems

Irata Level 3

You will have a minimum of 12 months experience as an IRATA Level 2 & 1000 logged hours and compete a medical form You will be a supervisor who is capable of complete responsibility for work projects, is conversant with relevant work techniques and legislation, has a comprehensive knowledge of advanced rescue techniques including

• Demonstrating basic and intermediate skills
• Awareness of IRATA International guidelines
• A current First Aid at Work certificate
• Perfected safety and work techniques
• Capable of handling high-risk situations

You need to pass level 3 to become a safety supervisor or to go on to become an Assessor

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Our courses are $1650 per person and take one week to complete. Courses run from 8am-4pm each day over the allocated period. Training will take place from Monday through to Thursday, with all tests and assessments on Friday.