Objectives:

Rope access provides a safe, cost-effective, and efficient means of accessing structures and geologic features for inspection, maintenance, and construction.

The SPRAT certification process is intended to establish a minimum baseline of knowledge and skill directly related to industrial rope access.

Content:

There are three levels of certification available to rope access technicians. To become a SPRAT certified technician, candidates are required to attend a certification session and pass a written test, verbal test, and a hands-on physical performance based test assessed by a SPRAT certified Evaluator. To be eligible to test at each level, additional requirements may be required. A complete listing of the requirements at each level of certification are available upon request.

Overall evaluation result is based on fulfillment of pre-evaluation requirements and successful completion of a written exam and field evaluation. Upon receipt of all paperwork and successful skills demonstration and written exam results, SPRAT will issue the final certification to the applicant.

Regulatory Standards and Certifications: Society for Professional Rope Access Technicians

Time line: 4 days of training / 1 day evaluation

Course Delivery: Classroom lecture and practical training

Note: The certification does not test industry-specific skills. Additional evaluation may be required by the employer to verify the rope access technician’s suitability to a specific job.