IRATA Rope Access Refresher Course

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Key Features

Of this IRATA Course:

  • Revalidates existing IRATA certification for continued safe rope access work across industrial environments
  • Covers updated techniques for rigging, positioning, and emergency rescue in line with current IRATA standards
  • Includes practical assessment of equipment inspection and site hazard evaluation
  • Reinforces compliance with Work at Height Regulations and industry best practice
  • Suitable for technicians returning after a break or preparing for re-certification

Course Date Availability

IRATA training at the following 1 centres. Prices from £165 per person :

Training Centres Next Dates
London, South West 28th Jul 202630th Jul 2026

Course Information

Overview:

The IRATA Rope Access Refresher provides certified technicians with a structured review of core skills and current procedures required for safe industrial rope access operations. It addresses the full range of techniques used in maintenance, inspection and construction tasks on structures where conventional access methods are impractical.
In 2026 this refresher remains essential for maintaining competence, ensuring delegates can apply consistent safety protocols and respond effectively to changing site conditions or equipment updates.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for:

  • IRATA Level 1, 2 or 3 technicians due for revalidation
  • Experienced rope access operatives returning to active work after a career break
  • Maintenance and inspection personnel who hold current IRATA certification
  • Supervisors responsible for overseeing rope access teams on industrial sites

What You Will Learn

By the end of the course you will be able to:

  • Correct selection, inspection and use of ropes, harnesses, descenders and ascenders
  • Advanced rigging of single and double rope systems for varied work positions
  • Controlled ascent, descent and horizontal movement techniques
  • Rescue procedures including casualty recovery from rope and structure
  • Site risk assessment, anchor point evaluation and equipment logging
  • Team communication and emergency response planning

Course Agenda

Overview:

The course runs over two consecutive days combining short theory briefings with extensive practical exercises and a final assessment. Delegates work in small groups on purpose-built training structures that replicate real industrial access scenarios.

Key Modules Covered

What you will learn:

  • Equipment inspection and pre-use checks to IRATA standards
  • Rigging configurations for vertical and deviated rope systems
  • Work positioning, aid climbing and rope-to-rope transfer
  • Single and two-person rescue techniques from various positions
  • Anchor selection, load distribution and site documentation
  • Written and practical assessment covering all core competencies

Private Courses On-site

IRATA Rope Access Refresher training is also available as a dedicated course, at your premises, and on a date and time of your choosing. Advantages of group / private course is the convenience of candidates being in familiar surroundings and not having to travel, the lowest price, and the ability to have the course tailored to your own application.

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Accreditation & Next Steps

What you will achieve as a result:

Successful delegates receive an updated IRATA logbook entry and a new certificate valid for three years. They may then return to operational rope access duties and must complete further refresher training before the certificate expires.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most commonly asked IRATA Rope Access Refresher questions:

The course is delivered over two full days of training and assessment.

Delegates must hold a current or recently expired IRATA certificate at Level 1, 2 or 3 and provide valid photographic ID.

Delegates practise rigging, ascent and descent, work positioning, equipment inspection and both single and team rescue techniques.

Assessment includes a written paper and continuous observation of practical tasks by an IRATA-approved assessor.

Delegates receive an updated IRATA certificate and logbook entry valid for three years.

IRATA certification requires revalidation every three years through an approved refresher course.

Personal protective equipment including a helmet, gloves and suitable clothing for practical work outdoors. All rope access equipment is supplied.

The refresher focuses on revalidation and updating existing skills rather than teaching core techniques from scratch.

Yes, provided the certificate has not been expired for an extended period that would require returning to initial training.

Typical applications include façade maintenance, structural inspection, wind turbine work, bridge access and confined space entry using rope systems.

Yes, short classroom sessions cover updated regulations, equipment standards and rescue planning before practical exercises begin.

Yes, both casualty recovery from rope and self-rescue techniques form part of the final practical evaluation.

Prices per person typically start at £165. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)

More Information

The refresher maintains the same breadth of practical skills and safety knowledge expected of currently certified IRATA technicians, ensuring they remain competent for the full range of industrial rope access applications.

Last updated: Jun 2026 • Part of XYZ Training Group