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a) able to understand and follow the rope access procedures,

b) responsible for pre-use checks of his/her own rope access equipment;

c) able to assist in rigging, and other operations, under the guidance of a higher grade;

d) able to undertake a simple rescue in descent, and assist in rescue operations.

IRATA  Level 2

An experienced rope access technician who is able to perform more complex tasks, under    the authorized supervision of a trained IRATA Level 3 rope access safety supervisor, is:

a) able to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required of Levels 1 and 2;

b) capable of more complex rigging, including re-belays, deviations and tensioned lines;

c) able to undertake rescues from a variety of situations;

d) able to assemble and implement hauling systems.

IRATA  Level 3

An experienced rope access technician who is responsible for understanding and implementing    the rope access procedures, method statements and associated risk assessments and:

a) is able to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required of Levels 1 and 2;

b) understands the principles and elements of IRATA International’s safe systems of work;

c) is conversant with relevant work techniques and legislation;

d) has extensive knowledge of advanced rope access rigging and rescue techniques;

e) holds an appropriate and current orst aid certio cate.

A Level 3 may become a rope access safety supervisor