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IRATA Rope Access Refresher Course in Calgary
Please read the requirements prior to booking the course.Whether you’re returning to rope access work after a break or preparing for recertification, our IRATA Rope Access Refresher Course in Calgary ensures you stay confident, compliant, and capable in the field. This 1-day IRATA refresher training is designed to update skills, maintain certification, and keep technicians compliant with IRATA ICOP and TACS standards.
IRATA strongly recommends refresher training after a break of six months or more from rope access work. All candidates, including new Level 1 trainees, must register via IRATA TechConnect before their assessment. By completing this IRATA refresher course in Calgary, you demonstrate continued competence and maintain your globally recognized certification.
The IRATA Rope Access Refresher Course is designed to sharpen your skills, rebuild confidence, and align you with the latest industry standards—whether you’re returning after a break or preparing for reassessment.
During the course you will Learn:
- Reinforce Core Rope Access Techniques: Revisit key movement skills such as climbing, descending, changeovers, and rope transfers.
- Review Safety Systems and Equipment Handling: Refresh your understanding of approved fall protection and rigging systems, and ensure your equipment is used and maintained correctly.
- Practice Self-Rescue and Emergency Procedures: Brush up on critical safety protocols including self-rescue and assisting teammates in emergency scenarios.
- Apply IRATA Best Practices: Reaffirm your knowledge of IRATA guidelines and expectations at all levels to maintain full compliance.
- Prepare for Reassessment with Confidence: Receive instructor feedback and hands-on coaching to help you meet IRATA’s expectations during your next evaluation.
This course is highly recommended for:
- Technicians whose IRATA certification has lapsed or is approaching expiry.
- Rope access workers returning to the industry after time away.
- Individuals preparing for an IRATA reassessment.
- Certified technicians seeking to maintain confidence and technical sharpness.
Course Dates
Course Dates
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Course available on our MCL Training Centre located in Calgary – AB.
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Assessment
You will be evaluated by an independent evaluator through a written exam and practical skills assessment
Course Duration
This is a 1 day course. Training and evaluation is done in same day
Trainer-to-candidate Ratio
Maximum of 6 participants per trainer
Certification Period
The certificate will remain valid for 3 years from the date of assessment
Certification
Digital PDF certificate provided upon successful completion
Included in Course
All training equipment is provided and included in the course fee. Successful candidates will be issued with an IRATA Certificate at no additional cost upon completion of the assessment
Requirements
Candidates must be fully competent in both practical skills and theoretical knowledge of their current IRATA level before starting an upgrade course.
For example, if you’re currently IRATA Level 1 and applying for IRATA Level 2, you must be able to confidently perform all IRATA Level 1 techniques and answer IRATA Level 1 theory questions prior to training.
If you’re unsure of your current competency level, we strongly recommend a pre-course evaluation. Upgrade courses have limited time for review or refresher training, so confirming your readiness in advance is key.
To qualify for an upgrade assessment, candidates must:
- Hold a valid IRATA certificate on the day of the assessment.
- Have a minimum of 1 year of experience and 1,000 logged rope access hours, verified and signed off in an official IRATA logbook
One year of experience means you’re eligible for upgrade one year and one day after your last assessment. For example, If you completed your IRATA Level 1 on April 1, 2020, the earliest you can take IRATA Level 2 is April 2, 2021.
All technicians upgrading or revalidating must present their IRATA logbooks at the start of training. Lost your logbook? You’ll need to arrange for a verified replacement before your assessment. Please contact us, if you need assistance.
If your IRATA certification has expired, please contact us for next steps and guidance on how to proceed.
Verification of your IRATA number and logbook details is mandatory for all revalidations (at any level) and upgrades, which must be submitted before training commencement.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Your IRATA Level 1, 2 or 3 needs to be revalidated and you would need to complete the full course and assessment at the required level.
- IRATA Revalidation is a full 5-day training and assessment required to renew your Level 1, 2, or 3 certification when it is close to expiry or has expired.
- IRATA Refresher is a 1-day training session designed for certified technicians who have not worked in rope access for six months or more. This refresher helps technicians regain familiarity with procedures and skills, but it does not extend or renew your certification.
Yes, the revalidation is required every 3 years to re certify your IRATA Level 1, 2 or 3.
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