Rope Access Training

Course Details

Course Aim -Entry Level:  To transition an individual from a complete novice to an entry-level rope access team member, Elite Training Services Ltd offers a structured approach tailored to industry standards. Our training program is meticulously designed to equip participants with essential skills and knowledge necessary for safe and efficient rope access work, all under professional supervision.

In today's competitive environment, finding a company willing to invest in training a worker up to the “Intermediate Operative” Level can be daunting and expensive. However, our solution provides an economical entry point, allowing employers to train new workers in the foundational aspects of rope access without extensive financial commitments. The entry level course covers:

• Site Preparation for Rope Access Work
  Understanding the importance of a well-prepared site is crucial for safe and efficient in rope access operations.

• Understanding Anchor Ratings
  Trainees learn how to evaluate the safety and suitability of anchors, ensuring strong and reliable setups for all operations.

• Knot Tying Techniques
  Participants become proficient in various knots essential for rope access, promoting both safety and operational efficiency.

• Conducting Buddy Checks
  Learning to perform thorough buddy checks fosters a culture of safety and accountability within the team.

• Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
  Finding a safety issue before it becomes and accident is what we want. Preventative maintenance also key; our training ensures trainees can inspect and maintain rope access equipment to keep themselves, and the team safe.

• Basic Rope Access Skills

  • Ascending and Descending

  • Rope Changeover Procedures

  • Knot Bypass Techniques

  • Re-Belay Bypass Operations

  • Passing through Redirections

  • Abseiling over Unprotected Edges

  • Simple Patient Recovery Techniques

By offering a comprehensive training program, we empower businesses to build skilled rope access teams while enabling individuals to gain valuable experience and assess if a career in this field is right for them. At Elite Training Services Ltd, we take pride in shaping the future of rope access work through real-world experience and robust training methodologies. The cost of this all depends of the amount of time / training required to bring a person up to a satisfactory level that they have the knowledge to undertake the “Challenge Assessment”.  A person may already have these skills, and in this case they simply contact our office and book in for a CoC Assessment.

Course Aim -Intermediate:  Elevate your team from novices to skilled rope workers in the demanding rope access environment. Our Intermediate course is meticulously designed to meet the demanding requirements of todays rope access industry requiments. Over the course of two intensive weeks, participants will become valuable assets—safe, sensible, and sound in their trade.

Course Duration: The duration of the course depends on the trainees existing level of knowledge. Usually between one and two weeks.

The curriculum is mixed between theoretical knowledge and the critical practical skills needed on the job -with the scales definitely weighing on the practical skills for the majority of the course. Below are the NZQA unit standards and essential subjects covered:

• 19358 -Demonstrate knowledge of legislative requirements for the industrial rope access industry

• 19359 -Identify, inspect and maintain height safety equipment

• 19360 -Plan and prepare for basic industrial rope access work

• 19361 -Set up and dismantle basic industrial rope access systems

• 19362 -Prepare and use industrial rope access systems

• 19363 -Carry out simple patient recovery by rope techniques

We prioritise hands-on experience, as the majority of the course time is spent on-rope performing practical tasks, ensuring that paperwork and rest are limited. Trainees will be immersed in a comprehensive range of rope access equipment, including its appropriate use, maintenance, and proper logging.

Challenge Assessment (CoC) -Intermediate Rope Access Operative

Once trainees feel prepared, they can take the Challenge Assessment for their Certificate of Competence (CoC). Passing this assessment confirms that they have:

• The knowledge, skills, and attitude required to be a valuable member of a rope access team.

• Proficiency in safely using an extensive variety of industrial rope access equipment.

• Mastery of a wide range of rope techniques.

• The skills necessary to manage emergency situations at height.

• A solid foundation in elementary rope skills, paving the way for further advancement in the industrial rope access sector.

• The ability to rescue a co-worker / patient from an on-rope emergency situation

Contact us today to discuss your future in the rope access industry with Elite Training Services Ltd.

Pre-Requisite: Entry is open, however, physical strength, dexterity, balance, coordination, and motor skills all need to be unimpaired to work within this industry, for safety reasons. This is a very physical course, and many trainees have had to return on another course, due to running-out-of-steam during the consistent on-rope training.

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This course is provided through a contracting arrangement between the primary contract holder, Pacific Coast Technical Institute (PCTI), and it’s sub-contractor, Elite Training Services Limited