Rope Access Blog

Dec 21 min read

Keeping you in the Loop

We hear about through you! Here's the latest news from our friends at WAHA. Fall Prevention – Working in Restraint When it comes to...

Shylo Baker

Nov 302 min read

New Training Facility - Adelaide

Graviteq’s Newest Milestone: A Big Thank You to Our Amazing Community! We’re beyond excited to share some incredible news with all of you...

Robert Evans

Nov 280 min read

2024 11 28: Job Update

Confined Spaces and Rope Access: Navigating the Hazards

Robert Evans

Nov 212 min read

Confined Spaces and Rope Access: Navigating the Hazards

The importance of confined space safety cannot be overstated, especially in industries that rely on rope access techniques. IRATA’s...

Shylo Baker

Nov 132 min read

New ICOP Annex S: Working Over Water

When working at height over water, such as from bridges or offshore platforms, safety is paramount. The IRATA International Code of...

Exciting Update! New IRATA Technician Certificates Featuring Enhanced Recognition

Robert Evans

Oct 312 min read

Exciting Update! New IRATA Technician Certificates Featuring Enhanced Recognition

Congratulations to IRATA and All Certified Technicians! We're thrilled to announce that IRATA will be unveiling a fresh, new design for...

Robert Evans

Oct 263 min read

New ICOP rescue and evacuation planning

Rescue & Evacuation in Rope Access: A Guide to Effective Planning In the high-stakes world of industrial rope access, safety isn’t just a...

Robert Evans

Oct 53 min read

National Safety Month

National Safe Work Month: A Rope Access Perspective October marks National Safe Work Month, a time for businesses across Australia to...

What Happens If You Fail an IRATA Assessment?

Robert Evans

Sep 232 min read

What Happens If You Fail an IRATA Assessment?

Failing an IRATA certification assessment can be a stressful experience, but understanding the procedures and options available can help...

Exciting News! IRATA Technician Portal is Now Live!

Robert Evans

Sep 112 min read

Exciting News! IRATA Technician Portal is Now Live!

We are thrilled to announce that the IRATA Technician Portal is now live! Following the tremendous success of recent trials, technicians...

Robert Evans

Aug 201 min read

Petzl PPE Centre

The ePPEcentre application is designed to simplify PPE management, accessible on both mobile and desktop devices. Incorporating Petzl...

IRATA Training with Graviteq: Best Practices and Lessons from Real-World Incidents

Robert Evans

Aug 142 min read

IRATA Training with Graviteq: Best Practices and Lessons from Real-World Incidents

At Graviteq, safety in rope access operations is our top priority. As an IRATA-certified training provider, we are committed to equipping...

Robert Evans

Jul 303 min read

#What is Rope Access?

#whatIsRopeAccess Understanding Industrial Rope Access and the Role of Level 3 Supervisors What is Industrial Rope Access? Industrial...

Advancing Beyond Basics: Continuing Education for IRATA Certified Professionals

Robert Evans

Jul 172 min read

Advancing Beyond Basics: Continuing Education for IRATA Certified Professionals

Introduction In the high-stakes world of industrial rope access, staying at the forefront of safety and efficiency is paramount. For...

Robert Evans

Jul 171 min read

Update for IRATA Level 1 revalidating

Starting July 15, 2024, Training Member Companies (TMCs) can request replacement logbooks for revalidating Level 1 candidates. This new...

The future of Rope Access: Technological Innovations and Trends

Robert Evans

Jul 41 min read

The future of Rope Access: Technological Innovations and Trends

Continuous education plays a crucial role in the career growth and development of IRATA certified professionals. It not only enhances...

How Rope Access Management Revolutionises Work at Heights

Robert Evans

Feb 223 min read

How Rope Access Management Revolutionises Work at Heights

Working at heights can be extremely demanding, challenging, and potentially dangerous. It requires specialised skills, equipment, and...

The Importance of IRATA Certification for Height Safety Professionals

Graviteq Staff

Feb 83 min read

The Importance of IRATA Certification for Height Safety Professionals

Employers and clients alike need to ensure that the professionals they hire are skilled, knowledgeable, and equipped to handle challenges.

Robert Evans

Sep 3, 20234 min read

Ascent Newsletter - September 2023

What's new in Graviteq's World of Rope Access What's in a rope? Turns out...alot A little while ago we asked ourselves the question "how...

Robert Evans

Jun 8, 20231 min read

UPDATE - TACS v006

#IRATA Has updated the Training, Assessment and certification scheme for IRATA technicians. Over 100 clauses changes have been made,...

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