Rope Access Tips, Tricks & Chats

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This week we had a chat with Wayne Russell our NZ lead trainer on what bit of kit does he need to have on his harness. Was a bit left of field for me. He can’t survive without a Pod Bag. 

This week we chat about assisted aid climb. I have seen this assessed in some level 3 assessments, but I can’t find it in the TACS.  Should all level 3’s be trained and assessed on this? Do you agree that it should be added or not, let me know leigh@5thpoint.com.au Stay safe

This week we have a chat about if a level 3i should be able to train 8 level 1’s without an assistant.  Let me know if you agree or not Leigh@5thpoint.com.au Stay safe

This week we are having a quick chat about anchors and anchorage. what’s the difference and how it fits in with rope access. We have found that using these terms make it easy to describe parts of the system and how it falls into IRATA ICOP to comply. it also helps work out where and when the 2 poin…

This week we take a look at a new bit of kit from Rig Board.  If you ever needed to draw a rigging plan on a white board and couldn’t tell the difference between a descender and a back up, this is the bit of kit for you.  great in training and planning of jobs.  check them out at https://rigboard.s…

Been playing with the Jack from singing rock for a while now.  let’s say it’s the love child of a rig and a spark.  have a listen to what it’s all about. 

This week we are going to take a look at where it started with descenders for rope access, way back in the 60’s all the way through till today.  I may miss something. If I do drop me a message or e mail, leigh@5thpoint.com.au, always good to chat and learn.  stay safe. 

This week we take a look at the Harken Radix.  the level of load cells has just increased.  we look at all the features and where it will be great in our work flow.  if you fancy buying me a coffee the link is below. Thanks.  buymeacoffee.com/rattac

Been a long hot summer in Sydney and it’s still going.  just a quick reminder to hydrate, even on the cooler days.  what’s the best way to carry fluids? We look at some options.  If you fancy buying me a coffee click the link below   Thanks buymeacoffee.com/rattac