Understanding the IRATA Syllabus: Pre-Use Checks
After arriving at work, one of the first things you will always do is a pre-use check of all your personal protective equipment. You’ll look them over,...
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Josh Delefortrie
August
08,
2018
Josh Delefortrie
August
08,
2018
Understanding the IRATA Syllabus: Knots and Rope Handling
Knots are integral to rope access work, and have a wide variety of uses. Even though sewn terminations are now available it’s a skill that will never...
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Josh Delefortrie
August
08,
2018
Understanding the IRATA Syllabus: Y-Hangs
Easy to identify and commonly used, Y-hangs have several advantages. They allow for precise rope positioning and load sharing between the two anchor...
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Josh Delefortrie
August
08,
2018
Understanding the IRATA Syllabus: Safety Method Statement
The safety method statement is your action plan. It outlines the sequence of procedures necessary for the overall safe execution of a task, and takes into...
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Josh Delefortrie
August
08,
2018
Understanding the IRATA Syllabus: Detailed and Interim Inspections
Detailed inspections are a bi-annual (minimum - although could be conducted more frequently) formal procedure, which ensures that all rope access...
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Josh Delefortrie
August
08,
2018
Understanding the IRATA Syllabus: Hazard Avoidance and Rope Protection
The hazards IRATA is referring to in this part of their certification scheme, are specifically those which could damage your rope system or equipment....
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Josh Delefortrie
August
08,
2018
Understanding the IRATA Syllabus: Basic Anchor System
A basic anchor system includes two sets of ropes (your working and safety line) and their two separate anchors. If it’s possible, it’s recommended that...
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Jemia
August
08,
2018
Understanding the IRATA Syllabus: Assembly of Personal Equipment, and ‘Buddy’ Checks
At the start of every rope access shift, you’ll need to suit yourself up with a wide variety of equipment (the higher your IRATA level, the more equipment...
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Josh Delefortrie
August
08,
2018
Understanding the IRATA Syllabus: Planning for Emergencies
An important part of every safety method statement is your emergency plan. This plan should include a detailed evacuation plan (in the case of a fire,...
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Josh Delefortrie
August
08,
2018
Understanding the IRATA Syllabus: Selection of Personnel and Competence
Who you’re working with matters, and during the selection process for putting together a competent and efficient rope access team, a number of factors...
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