ROPE ACCESS TRAINING

The Training, Assessment and Certification Scheme (TACS) document has been developed by IRATA to provide training and assessment criteria for personnel who will be engaged in rope access work and methods. It is recognised that the safety, application and effectiveness of industrial rope access methods depend upon both the capabilities of the personnel who perform them and those responsible for these people. The independent assessments are designed to test the candidate's knowledge and understanding of the operations performed, and to provide the sector with an assured minimum standard of proficiency.

Full details of the syllabus for each level are detailed in the Training, Assessment and Certification Scheme but in summary the following is required.

A level 1 rope access technician shall be capable of performing a limited range of rope access tasks required by his or her employers, under the supervision of an IRATA level 3 rope access technician. He/she is:

• Responsible for inspections of all his/her own personal rope access equipment
• Able to assist in rigging and non-standard operations, under the guidance of a higher grade
• Able to undertake a rescue involving descent by him/herself and have a knowledge of hauling systems.

NOTE : A level 1 rope access technician is not allowed to supervise others

A level 2 rope access technician shall be capable of rigging working ropes, undertaking rescues and performing rope access tasks (under the supervision of an IRATA level 3 rope access technician). He/she should have some knowledge of legislation, safety requirements and quality assurance procedures relating to rope access.

A level 3 rope access technician shall :

• Be capable of site supervision for rope access work projects
• Be conversant with relevant work techniques and legislation
• Be able to demonstrate all the skills and knowledge required of levels 1 and 2
• Have a comprehensive knowledge of advanced rescue techniques
• Hold an appropriate current first aid certificate, to show that suitable emergency first aid training has been undertaken
• Have knowledge of the IRATA certification scheme
• Have knowledge of the IRATA Training, Assessment and Certification Scheme
• Be familiar with the contents of the IRATA ICOP.

Rope Access techniques provide a cost effective alternative to traditional access methods, such as scaffolding or mobile elevated working platforms. Using work-positioning techniques, industrial rope access is a proven method of achieving a safe work position at height or in areas of difficult access.

The Industrial Rope Access Trade Association (IRATA) rope systems have an exemplary safety standard globally, based on a commitment to thorough training and diligent operating procedures. Utilising our IRATA approved systems, all inspection and maintenance works can be carried out quickly and safely with minimal disruption to other services.

• Upstream
• Downstream
• Wind Energy
• Civil
• Marine
• Geotechnical

TWG GROUP a growing global client base in the oil and gas up-stream sector. Avoiding operational downtime, in both the onshore and offshore environments continues to be of critical importance in the oil and gas sector, irrespective of the up-stream or down-stream location. With this in mind, Global Remote has tailored its range of industrial rope access services to meet with a client's ongoing demand for excellence in safety, quality, and productivity.

TWG GROUP access solutions ensure that operational downtime in any of these demanding environments is minimised or avoided completely. Our industrial rope access systems are typically non-intrusive, allowing full inspection, maintenance, and repair (IMR) programmes to run concurrently, minimising interference to production or processing operations.

Establishing safe and inexpensive access to areas previously considered inaccessible or costly with traditional systems, multi-skilled Global Remote operatives can effectively carry out any number of required operations. Our capabilities and experience include:

• Underwater inspections in lieu of dry docking (UWILD)
• NDT inspections (UT, MT, PT, ECI, TOFD, ACFM)
• Derrick inspections
• Dropped object surveys (DROPS)
• Restricted access and confined space entry
• Lifting gears surveys and inspections
• Class surveys

• Derrick maintenance, repair, and assembly
• Flare tip to splash zone maintenance and repair
• Cathodic protection maintenance and repair
• Steel renewals and bolt tensioning
• Clock-spring composite repair systems
• Fabrication works
• Insulation works
• Heli deck remedial repairs
• Electrical installations
• Blasting and painting
• Mechanical and engineering support

TWG GROUP a growing global client base in the oil and gas downstream sector. Avoiding operational downtime, in both the onshore and offshore environments continues to be of critical importance in the oil and gas sector, irrespective of the up-stream or down-stream location. With this in mind, Global Remote has tailored its range of industrial rope access services to meet with a client's ongoing demand for excellence in safety, quality, and productivity.

TWG GROUP access solutions ensure that operational downtime in any of these demanding environments is minimised or avoided completely. Our industrial rope access systems are typically non-intrusive, allowing full inspection, maintenance, and repair (IMR) programmes to run concurrently, minimising interference to production or processing operations.

Establishing safe and inexpensive access to areas previously considered inaccessible or costly with traditional systems, multi-skilled Global Remote operatives can effectively carry out any number of required operations. Our capabilities and experience include:

• Shut down and turn around inspection services
• Remote imaging (CCTV)
• Difficult access plant and PIPING inspections
• NDT Inspections (UT, MT, PT, ECI, TOFD, ACFM, LRUT)
• Restricted access and confined space entry
• Lifting gears surveys and inspections
• Flare tip and flare line inspections
• Stack and chimney inspections

• Blasting and painting
• Fabrication works
• Insulation works
• Electrical installations
• Mechanical and engineering support
• Steel installs and removal
• Flare tip remedial works and replacement
• Demolishing and decommissioning

TWG GROUP expertise in the application of industrial rope access systems to wind industry infrastructure allows the delivery of a range of wind turbine services. Avoiding operational downtime, in both the onshore and offshore environments continues to be of critical importance in the wind sector. With this in mind, Global Remote has tailored its range of industrial rope access services to meet with a client's ongoing demand for excellence in safety, quality, and productivity.

TWG GROUP access solutions ensure that operational downtime in these demanding environments is minimised or avoided completely. Our services are typically non-intrusive, allowing inspection, maintenance, and repair programs (IMR) to be coordinated concurrently, resulting in minimal related interference to the structure and operations. Establishing safe and inexpensive access to areas previously considered inaccessible or costly with traditional systems, multi-skilled Global Remote operatives can effectively carry out any number of required operations.

TWG GROUP provides services to wind asset manufactures and operators in three main categories:

• Inspection and installation of lightening protection systems
• Repair and installation of blade protection and aerodynamic systems (leading edge tape, stall strips, vortex generators etc)
• External and internal inspection and cleaning
• Laminate and coating repair
• Construction assembly support

• Internal and external inspection and cleaning
• Construction assembly support
• Tower flange scaling
• Torque testing and replacement of landing bolts
• Installation, maintenance and inspection of fall arrest systems
• Installation and inspection of ladder safety systems
• Weld inspection
• Coating repair

TWG GROUP expertise in the application of industrial rope access systems to civil sector infrastructure allows the delivery of a range of services. Offering intelligent alternatives to traditional access methods, Global Remote provides safe, efficient and cost effective access to the complete spectrum of civil infrastructure.

• Multi-storey buildings
• Bridges and motorways
• Communication installations
• Mast, tower and exhaust stacks
• Hydro storage and delivery facilities
• Power generation facilities
• Cableways
• Historic monuments and heritage buildings

Our industrial rope access systems are typically non-intru- sive, allowing full inspection, maintenance and repair (IMR) programmes to run concurrently, minimising interference to client and public. Multi-skilled Global Remote operatives can effectively carry out any number of required operations. Our capabilities and experience include:

• NDT inspections (UT, MT, PT, ECI, TOFD, ACFM)
• Restricted access and confined space entry
• Lifting gears surveys and inspections
• Maintenance and Repair
• Complete facade repair
• Industrial cleaning
• Coatings and sealant application
• Substrate repairs and reinforcing
• Electrical and mechanical support
• Services and ducting

• Structural component rigging and installation
• Glazing and caulking
• Facade retrofits
• Electrical, mechanical and engineering support
• Integrated lighting installations
• Mega format multimedia (large banner installations)
• Telecommunications towers and systems installs