TRAINING COURSES
All our training courses are delivered by competent and skilled instructors who have a wide knowledge base within the industry. All courses are run in accordance with the strict guidelines set by IRATA and the British Standards (BS7985 + BS8454). With health and safety being paramount within the construction industry Absen are also able to provide fully qualified health and safety consultants for all site related issues including H & S training. Consultants are certified to a minimum of NEBOSH construction certificate and registered tech IOSH.
WE ARE ABLE TO OFFER
- IRATA Rope Access Levels 1-3
- Work at Height Safety
- Work Restraint
- Positioning
- Fall Arrest
- BS7985 Rope Access Supervisor / Operator
- Confined Space Entry with Escape BA
- First Aid
- Tower and Mast Climbing
- Safety Eye Bolt Installation Technician
- Personal Protective Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
IRATA ROPE ACCESS
Rope access is a method of work positioning developed from climbing and caving techniques. It provides a safe and effective means of access and egress for operatives to carry out a wide variety of tasks in difficult and hard to reach locations. The International Industrial Rope Access Trade Association (IRATA) was formed to ensure that all rope access work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner. To achieve this it has developed a formal training scheme under which operatives must qualify.
| IRATA LEVEL ONE | |
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| Course Aim: | The aim of this course is to introduce candidates to the basics of the rope access industry to allow them to work under close supervision of a level 3 supervisor. |
| Who Will Benefit: | The course is intended for candidates with little or no experience in rope access techniques. |
| Pre requisites | Age: Minimum of 18 years old. Medical: Self Certification or Dr's Certificate. Previous experience: Nil 3 Passport size photo's |
| Duration: | 4 days training and 1 day assessment. |
| Course location: | Dedicated training venue in Ashford, Kent. |
| Course description: | By the end of the course candidates will be able to carry out various rope manoeuvres under the supervision of a level 3 supervisor, including rigging, checking personal equipment, basic rescues and height related legislation. |
| Course Ref: | IRAL1 |
| Training ratio: | 1-6 |
| Follow up training | IRATA level 2 lead technician |
| Training method: | Theory and practical based |
| Certification | IRATA certificate, ID card and log book valid for 3 years. |
Candidates will also recieve copies of the IRATA guidelines and general requirements.  |
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| IRATA LEVEL TWO | |
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| Course Aim: | The aim of this course is to ensure candidates are still competent at the achieved level 1. They will then progress to the next level 2 allowing them to work under the close supervision of a level 3 supervisor. |
| Who Will Benefit: | The course is intended for candidates to develop their rope access techniques and learn basic rescue procedures. |
| Pre requisites | Age: Minimum of 18 years old. Medical: Self Certification or Dr's Certificate. Previous experience: 1000 hours as an IRATA Level 1 3 Passport size photo's and current log book |
| Duration: | 4 days training and 1 day assessment. |
| Course location: | Dedicated training venue in Ashford, Kent. |
| Course description: | By the end of the course candidates will have greater skills and knowledge in rope access techniques. They will have a greater knowledge on current legislation, procedures and safety requirements. This course involves a more in-depth assessment on rigging ropes, rope related tasks and rope rescue techniques. |
| Course Ref: | IRAL2 |
| Training ratio: | 1-6 |
| Follow up training | IRATA level 3 supervisor |
| Training method: | Theory and practical based |
| Certification | IRATA certificate and ID card valid for 3 years. Training manual. |
| Candidates will also recieve copies of the IRATA guidelines and general requirements. |
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| IRATA LEVEL THREE | |
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| Course Aim: | The aim of this course is for candidates to build their experience as a level 2 technician and progress to the supervisory Level 3. |
| Who Will Benefit: | The course is intended for candidates to take responsibility for the safe and efficient running of any rope access site, and any level 1 or 2 operative under their supervision. |
| Pre requisites | Age: Minimum of 18 years old. Medical: Self Certification or Dr's Certificate. Previous experience: 1000 hours on ropes as an IRATA Level 2 3 Passport size photo's Valid First Aid Certificate |
| Duration: | 4 days training and 1 day assessment. |
| Course location: | Dedicated training venue in Ashford, Kent. |
| Course description: | By the end of the course candidates will be trained and assessed in level 1 and 2 techniques and additionally more advanced rigging and rescue procedures. Candidates will have knowledge on current legislation and how this is used to enforce a safe working environment. Level 3 candidates must hold a current a current first aid certificate to show they are competent in undertaking emergency first aid. |
| Course Ref: | IRAL3 |
| Training ratio: | 1-6 |
| Follow up training | Advanced rescue course (optional) |
| Training method: | Theory and practical based |
| Certification | IRATA certificate, ID card and log book valid for 3 years. |
| Candidates will also recieve copies of the IRATA guidelines and general requirements. |
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| WORK AT HEIGHT SAFETY | |
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| Course Aim: | The aim of this course is to introduce candidates to all aspects of work at height. See modules below. |
| Who Will Benefit: | The course is intended for candidates who use work at height in daily employment. Eg: Scaffolders, Engineers, and Window Cleaners etc. |
| Pre requisites | Age: Minimum of 18 years old. Medical: Self Certification or Dr's Certificate. |
| Duration: | 1-5 days. Bespoke courses to meet individual / group requirements. |
| Course location: | Dedicated training venue in Ashford, Kent. Course can be offered on site at place of work to suit candidate. |
| Course Modules: |
Ladder / scaffold safety Fall arrest and work restraint Personal protective equipment for working at height (PPE) Height safety rigging systems Fall arrest and work positioning Work restraint Roof top safety Use of harness and lanyards |
| Training ratio: | 1-6 |
| Training method: | Theoretical (classroom theory), practical activities and demonstrations. |
| Certification |
Certificate and ID card valid for 3 years. |
| BS7985 ROPE ACCESS SUPERVISOR / OPERATOR | |
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| Course Aim: | The aim of this course is to give candidates an introduction into rope access techniques. It is based on the "Code of practice for the use of rope access methods for industrial purposes" (BS7985: 2009). |
| Pre requisites | Age: Minimum of 18 years old. Medical: Self Certification or Dr's Certificate. |
| Duration: | 3-5 days. Courses can be tailored to group requirements. |
| Course location: | Dedicated training venue in Ashford, Kent. |
| Course Description: | Highly qualified IRATA trainers will train candidates in basic rope manoeuvres required including ascent, descent and basic rescue procedures. |
| Training ratio: | 1-6 |
| Training method: | Theory and practical based. |
| Certification |
Certificate valid for 3 years, photo ID card and course manual. |
| TOWER AND MAST CLIMBING | |
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| Course Aim: | The aim of the course is to enable the candidate to rescue a fellow climber suspended from a fall arrest lanyard whilst on a mast, pylon or tower. |
| Who will benefit: | Climbers with experience in various fall arrest techniques and who are employed to work on towers and masts. |
| Duration: | 1 day |
| Course location: | Dedicated training venue in Ashford, Kent. Courses can be offered on site at place of work to suit candidate. |
| Training ratio: | 1-4 |
| Training method: |
Classroom theory, practical activities and demonstrations. |
