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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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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