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Industrial Rope Access
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Questions about Rope Access
What is Rope Access?Rope access uses techniques originally developed in caving and climbing to allow workers access to difficult-to-reach locations. Rope Access techniques are successfully used around the world, and in New Zealand the industry is growing quickly. Where is Rope Access used?There are five main areas where rope access is used. Inspection and testing: Safety surveys, structural surveys, non-destructive testing. Maintenance and repair: Sealant installation and reinstatement, localised concrete repairs, secondary fixings, replacement of cladding and glass panels. Cleaning and painting: Jet spray, grit blasting and three-tool method, spray painting, roller brush, full surface preparation, window cleaning. Geotechnical: Permanent rock anchors, soil nailing, sprayed concrete, rockfall prevention meshing, pressure pointing. Construction: Cladding, glazing, curtain walling. How safe is Rope Access?Rigorous safety standards are adhered to, and the industry has an excellent safety record. Rope Access is now an accepted standard industry practice in New Zealand. Rope Access technicans are required to abide by industry standards whether they are members of IRAANZ or not. Failure to do so could result in prosecution by OSH. What are the benefits of Rope Access?Rope access systems are quick to install and dismantle, causing minimal disruption to building occupants, pedestrians and traffic flow. Trained technicians provide access and carry out the work, providing a single point of contact for clients. Rope access is a safe, practical solution to a variety of situations and problems that other access systems cannot reach without large investments of time and money. Rope access is a cost-effective solution.
Please do not hesitate to contact IRAANZ with any questions.
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