Rope access work is physically demanding and Technicians require a high level of competency to ensure safe and efficient use.

Rope access training courses are physically intensive and mentally challenging with an emphasis on the practical skills that will be required on site. Candidates on the course will be required to ascend and descend the ropes multiple times a day using associated equipment to progress through manoeuvres, learn safe rigging practices and perform rescue techniques using rescue dummies and live casualties. The course has an element of theoretical classroom work however, most of the training and assessment is focused on practical and physical elements.

A reasonable level of fitness is required to attend the course. Males and females of all shapes and sizes have successfully passed the course and are active in the industry with successful careers; however, it is essential to understand that rope access is very physically demanding and is not for everyone. Due to equipment limitations and safety requirements, participants must also not exceed a maximum body weight of 130 kg.

Feedback on IRATA rope access courses is excellent with many candidates saying it’s the best course they have done.

If this is the industry you are seeking to pursue we are looking forward to training you in the most dynamic and exciting job on earth.

Terms & Conditions

Our courses normally run Monday to Friday and are limited in availability. Courses are paid for in full before the start of the course using our online booking store, through bank transfer or purchase orders for company bookings. Candidates must attend the whole week and cannot split a course across several weeks.

We understand that circumstances change, which may mean you can’t attend the training.

When a candidate has to apply for a date change, a credit will be issued, which is valid for one year. Rebooking is subject to availability.

Existing IRATA rope access technicians must present their IRATA logbook to the instructors on the first day of training before the course starts. The logbook shall be correctly maintained and up to date.

The credit amount will be determined by the amount of notice given:

5 + Business Days: 100% Credit note;
2 – 4 Business Days: 50% Credit note. (Where the vacancy can be filled at short notice 100% will be credited);
Should a participant fail to attend on the day of the course without notice, course fees will be forfeited;
No refund will be offered in the event a participant decides she or he no longer wishes to complete full course;
1 Business Day notice: forfeit all course fees.
Refund of course fees will only be offered under extenuating circumstances and at the discretion of Vertech;
The above conditions are valid for one date change. Subsequent date changes will incur an administration fee of $50;
The Course Instructor is permitted to withdraw any participant from the course if they have any concerns in regards to health or safety.