Rope Access Tips, Tricks & Chats

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  The only 3 things we have to do from the ICOP 21.07.2026 3хв

  This week we have a chat about the only three things you need to follow in the ICOP. Take a listen and let me know if you agree.
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  Wayne Russell Bit of kit 07.07.2026 5хв

  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.
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  Assisted Aid Climbing, why is this not an assessable item? 23.06.2026 4хв

  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 [email protected] Stay safe
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  Should we train 8 level 1’s on our own 09.06.2026 6хв

  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 [email protected] Stay safe
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  Anchors or Anchorage 26.05.2026 8хв

  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 points of connection starts and stops. If you want to get in touch, drop me a line @ [email protected] Stay safe.
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  Rig Board 12.05.2026 5хв

  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.shop/ Tell them Leigh sent you. :-). Stay safe.
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  Singing rock Jack descender 21.04.2026 6хв

  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.
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  History of Descenders 14.04.2026 10хв

  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, [email protected], always good to chat and learn. stay safe.
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  Harkin Radix, the new age of load cells 31.03.2026 8хв

  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
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  Hydrate! 17.03.2026 5хв

  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
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  Skylotec ICX 03.03.2026 10хв

  This week we take a look at the Skylotec ICX. Is it worth the investment? What’s the deal with the batteries? what about rescue? if you fancy buying me a coffee click the link below. buymeacoffee.com/rattac Thanks
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  Let’s warm up 17.02.2026 5хв

  I go to the gym to move some weights or do a cardio session and always do a warm up. What makes a day on the ropes any different. Let have a look at warming up before we jump on the ropes. If you want to buy me a coffee follow the link below. Thanks. buymeacoffee.com/rattac
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  Retrievable rigging 29.05.2025 5хв

  This week we chat about rigging ropes that can be retrieved. The IRATA document says can’t normally be used for rescue. Do we need to change this as we have better methods now. have a listen and let me know what you think.
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  First Aid ticket. Who needs one? 29.04.2025 6хв

  This week we have a quick chat about first aid tickets. What IRATA say we need and could we do a bit better. Let us know what you think. Reach out on the socials.
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  Skylotec Sirius & Spark used in Training 08.04.2025 5хв

  At 5th Point we have been using the Skylotec descenders for over 10 months now. Here is an update on what we know now.
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  IRATA RASS 25.03.2025 9хв

  The time we have been waiting a while for the RASS Rope Access Safety Supervisor course is here. What to know who can become a RASS, or who can run a RASS course. Take a listen and find out all the info.
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  Hanging haul 08.03.2025 5хв

  How did the hanging haul become a thing? This week we have a look at how we ended up in the roof of a training centre, hauling one of our mates to the roof. To then send him back to the ground. Is this a real situation?
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  Spark or a Rig, what would you use. 06.08.2024 10хв

  This week we have a chat about the main differences between the Petzl Rig and the Skylotec Spark. Which one would you use? If you would like to buy me a coffee, click the link below. buymeacoffee.com/rattac
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  Just Get It Done, Rope Access Challenge 23.07.2024 54хв

  This week we sit down with Andre Quinn from Just Get It Done and chat about the rope access challenge. Where did the idea come from? What’s it like to organise the first rope access competition in Australia? Where is it heading?
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  Answering some questions we have been asked. 09.07.2024 8хв

  This week we answer a few questions we have been asked, no particular order or topic, but some very interesting questions. Some of the answers may surprise you.