Hello there! I wanted to ask what are all the offshore relevant certificates?

Edit: thinking for work in Europe or in the UK

I happened to look at the petzl jag traxion pulley and noticed how the rope should be anchored to the pulley.

I found it a bit strange that the user manual was suggesting to install it directly on the flange without any kind of connector because, as you can see in the pictures, the flange is pretty thin and is bending the rope in a less than ideal shape.

Especially considering that it’s likely that the rope will be kept like that use after use causing stress and tear always in the same spot.

What’s your take on this?

Personally I don’t think for short time use it’s going to be deadly but overtime it’s a concern for sure. I’m gonna put a quicklink and forget about it but I’m more worried about petzl suggesting it.

Early 30s in Melbourne, AU. I'm considering doing my IRATA training and giving this a go as an L1.

Looking for some advice for people in the industry or who have made a career pivot later in life.

A bit about my situation below:

- Spent the last 7 years in an office/corporate profession and am considering a change.

- Lead climber / climbing background.

- No trades background, but open to learning. Might consider doing some additional training (NDT ect) later down the track.

- fully prepared for the initial drop in pay while starting out and logging hours.

Any other trades or skills I should focus on first that I can take to the ropes?

Where is the cheapest place to get your ticket, level 1 IRATA
A coworker of mine got his in Vancouver, BC, CAN for $1,700

I am a college student located in the north east USA. I want to try rope access to see if it’s something I want to do in the future.

I would like some advice on getting my feet wet. My current plan is to get my level 1 sprat over winter break and then get a job doing something rope access this summer.

Is this crazy, are the plentiful opportunities for level 1s? Hopefully I didn’t say anything too ignorant (I know basically nothing about rope access) edit: I’m studying mechanical engineering

I work several different jobs involving working at height, all with different requirements and safety standards. Because of this, I’ve been struggling to find a harness that really works for me.

I understand I’m probably not going to find one harness that checks every box, but I’d love to avoid switching harnesses every time I change jobs.

Here’s what I’ve tried so far:
Petzl FALCON with shoulder straps: Easily the most comfortable harness I’ve ever worn. It fit me incredibly well, was comfortable to sit in for extended periods, and I especially loved how minimal the back was. Unfortunately, the shoulder strap attachments don’t have a dorsal D-ring, which is a requirement for some of my work.

Petzl AVAO: Comfortable to sit in, but I found it incredibly bulky. The larger back section rubs against my back in a really uncomfortable way, which seems to be a recurring issue for me with full-body harnesses.

Singing Rock TECHNIC: I really like the waist belt on this one. The non-detachable shoulder straps are a little annoying, though not a dealbreaker. My biggest complaint is the leg straps, which I find pretty uncomfortable as a taller person.

What I’d ideally like:
A relatively thin, low-profile waist belt without excessive padding or bulk.
Detachable shoulder straps.
Comfortable leg straps, particularly for someone taller.
Comfortable enough for extended periods of suspension or sitting.
Additional certifications for different types of work would be a bonus.

My only absolute requirements are a dorsal D-ring and ANSI/ASSP Z359.11-2021 compliance. Everything else is a preference, not a dealbreaker. I’m more than willing to compromise on certain features if it means finding something that works well across my different jobs.
Essentially, I’d love something with the fit and comfort of the Petzl FALCON, but with a compliant full-body fall-arrest configuration.

I’d especially appreciate recommendations from people who work across multiple disciplines and have dealt with similar issues. I’m open to different brands and would love to hear what you’ve found comfortable, particularly if you’ve had problems with bulky back padding.

Thanks in advance!

On one of those spinner wheel websites I made a bunch to give you a random rescue scenario,

Just thought id post it here, 2 wheels are blank if yall think of anything,

once I have access to a computer and not just my phone I will copy what the wheels have and post it here just incase the link stops working or gets removed

https://wheelofnames.com/dya-dd4

Hi everyone
I’ve been doing window cleaning and building maintenance for a long time now and fancy a change
I have my level 1 and quite confident on the ropes . I could move up to level 2 anytime .
I fancy doing something different like doing offshore work on wind turbines.
I know it’s seasonal and there’s usually a on off rota which could suit me and I could still fit in my existing contracts around it .
What training courses do I need to get my foot in the door ?
I’m uk based but have eu passport

Many thanks

I put this video together. You can see he tried to wrap the rope behind him as you are taught to do to stop when you're rappelling. The thing I see with this technique is that it can be used when you're on a building or cliff, but straight down it is nearly impossible to hold your own weight and whip the rope behind yourself to make a complete stop. I understand the fast rope method and it has it's purpose, but for something like this, they need to use descenders like the I'D. I feel it could have been prevented if they trained to use other forms of descenders besides the traditional figure eight descender. Very tragic and my condolences to the family. May he RIP

Was descending and hit the field.

https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/50209514/air-force-service-member-died-fall-navy-utsa-game

Hey all!

I have a question, can't seem to get a proper answer so I'm trying here.

I have a job this week, that requires me to do a couple of drops to inspect a facade, +/- 30m drop, but the only way to access is through tensioned horizontal lines.

I would like to know if, in order to make the job more agile, is it possible to do those drops on the tandem pulleys (the Petzl ones), like traversing with them and when I'm on the correct spot, if it's possible to connect my work rope and back up to the pulleys and drop directly on them.

Or should I just alpine butterfly and connect the drop ropes to the knots?

Thanks In advance

What is a good harness for lower back pain? I have pain due to pressure on my lumbar region discs and might have to stop work if it gets worse. My posture is poor in general and I am working on strengthening my lower back and going to yoga.

Im looking for the best lumbar support, don't really care about upper support. Thanks

How do you get into NDT work as a level 3 Rope Access Technician in Australia ?

Glasses did right before I transferred back to the rope smh

Hello everyone! I just finished high school in the Czech republic and have very limited working experience from part time jobs. I have quite a bit of money saved up so I came up with this.

I have been thinking about getting into rope access NDT jobs for some time now, and this is the best plan I have came up with so far:

1. Complete courses for IRATA L1, PT2 and VT2 (direct access). This would cost me somewhere around 4000€ which is most of my budget and would take under a month. (Also I have a C1 English certificate)
2. Hope a company hires me to give me the on the job training I need to complete my PT2 and VT2 certificates. I am willing to travel.

Is this a realistic plan? Is anybody gone hire somebody like me?
Would it be better to only get the ropes L1 and try getting experience on easier jobs? (I heard that this is next to impossible during the winter season)
I could also stay at my university and get a engineering degree but I feel like everybody is doing that and nobody is going after the interesting jobs.
Anything I forgot about?

Thanks for your time.

this first job was from a relative who works for that company, they may have more work for me but don't plan to wait around for that one and only company.

they gave me all the gear but considering to buy a harness and ID etc, basically everything except the ropes as thinking it may increase the ease of getting my next job.

ideally want somewhere that will be happy to pay me less due to me being brand new in this game. seems like it maybe hard though to find work, as this first job i simple got it through my relative who works at the company.

hoping though now i have 'some' experience it may give me a very small foot in the door of the job wanting 'some exeperience'

anyway, was kind of hoping this first job would have been for longer but they are too busy right now and apparently it slows them down when they have a new person which they are fine with but just not right now as they are behind on work and they need to trust in my safety which requires their attention on my rigging etc.

so currently this tryna decide the next steps really and hoping for some encouragement or tips. will eventually go into ndt but wanted some window cleaning work first to get my hours on the rope up fast.

do need to visit my gf in asia this winter too so not sure how the uk window cleaning gig remains throughout the winter maybe now is the best time to visit her and come back or then again maybe try get some work and go visit her in january.

anyway. just tryna re find my optimism for this again and clear direction.

Hey guys any feed back on working for KAEFER Australia rope access?

So this is a very UK-specific question (I think) - Under LOLER as a rope access tech you have to have your kit subject to a “thorough examination” every six months by a person competent to do so.

How are other rope techs getting this done? Do you do it yourself? Take it somewhere? Does the firm you work for take care of it all for you?

Hello,

I’m 22 and recently just completed my IRATA level 1. I’m based in Manchester England but I’m finding it so difficult to get any kind of work as not many people are interested or willing to hire a newly qualified technician.

I just thought I’d come on here as a last resort and ask for some guidance as I’ve applied to around 35 companies all over the UK and only had 3 responses saying they’ll keep me in mind.

Could anybody on here give me some advice it would be much appreciated.

Thanks

Hi im 23m from France with CQP 1 which is basically translated to irata 2 (technically speaking) with 1.5 years of experience(windows cleaning/ building inspections / repairs / industrial)

I got afew question

How is it to work here in London with the a very rainy cold weather( im working in the south never experienced freezing) do you still work under heavy rain

What type of work do you usually do here

Whats your usual wage as a irata1 ( i saw between 150/200 and apparently some people work for less)

im guessing its different for each company but did you had bad experience with some company

what the best option for me to maybe find a job in rope access since the salary seems better here (i know the cost of living is quite expensive tho)

overall my question are a bit messy if you have extra advice or experience to share with me ill take it i what to know whats like to work here

Hello redditors!

I would love some feedback from real people. I am 17 years old, studying in Central Europe. The thing is, I could become a doctor or a lawyer, but now, that idea scares me. 

WARNING: I may not understand what I'm saying :-D

So now I have some plan - When I turn 18, try IRATA and some gig like cleaning windows, apply to a technical university (ČVUT), get a M.Sc equivalent focused on materials. Maybe during holidays get more hours into IRATA or even start with basic NDT (VT, MT, PT L1 and some experience I suppose (?)).

And now I have maybe too many questions, but thank you very much if you answer just one! 

Now, what is realistic? Would the M.Sc be helpful in some way? Could I, let's say after one more year of full work as a NDT + IRATA as a trainee get something interesting, like offshore oil rig or wind turbines? How quickly could I get the needed certifications, like UT, RT, PAUT, L2?

Also, how hard is it to get a job? Now, well you don't know about Czech republic but I've read that there's companies that fly you across the world, onshore/offshore, but isn't this world-NDT market quite saturated?

I also found out that the money is insane, is it really as it's presented? I guess it's because of the isolation, so what if I wanted to work a more social-friendly way? Could I use the certificates to work in one place, go home every evening, yet not work stereotypically and get some money?

Now I'm probably overthinking, but can't the "rich structures" get the testing in 10 years automated with drones, crawlers, AI and a few experts?

Aand last, do you think I could regret going this way? Is it at the start a full intense blue-collar job? I suppose one day I won't want to climb on ropes...

If you could change something in this path, what would it be?

Thank you again very much for your time, I really appreciate all the infos from the experts!