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IRATA Refresher Course

Duration: 1 day(s)

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IMPORTANT NOTICE:

From 30 May 2025, ALL Technicians undergoing IRATA assessments - including new candidates registering for Level 1 - must be registered through IRATA TechConnect before their assessment. You can read more about the TechConnect announcement on the official IRATA website here.

To register and get started follow this link IRATA TechConnect - Register.

The IRATA Refresher Course is designed for existing rope access technicians who have not been engaged with rope activities for six months or less.

Refresher courses are available for technicians at all levels. Training is offered in London and Humberside, ensuring technicians are prepared for real-world rope access work.

  • Assessment: Independent assessor
  • Course Duration: 1 day
  • Revalidation period: Certification valid for 3 years.
  • Refresher Training: Refresher training is available to up-to-date technicians who have not used rope access methods for more than six months. It is carried out as one day's training, either on a Tuesday or Thursday
  • Venues: Leyton East London, Wandsworth South London or Stallingborough Humberside
  • All of the equipment for training will be provided in the course cost.
  • MCL Height Safety Training Manual PDF

Level 1:

  • The minimum age of candidates is 18 years. Candidates shall be physically fit and free from any disability or medical condition that may prevent them from working safely. They shall ensure that they have an adequate level of fitness, are physically able to perform the tasks expected in terms of strength, agility and coordination, and can withstand the stresses of the working environment, such as heat, cold and other inclement weather. Candidates must be able to understand, write and converse in English.
  • Ideally, all prospective employees should own an appropriate full industrial medical certificate before starting this kind of work and should be re-assessed at regular intervals thereafter. In the absence of a full medical, trainees are required to sign the Martin Castle Ltd medical fitness form.

Level 2 & 3:

  • Candidates applying to upgrade shall be competent in all practical and theory requirements of their current level before attending an upgrade course e.g. an existing Level 1 attending a Level 2 course shall be capable of performing all Level 1 techniques and answering Level 1 theory questions before the start of a Level 2 course.
  • Candidates who are not competent at their existing level may require additional training. As little time is available on upgrade courses for refresher training, pre-course evaluation is recommended to verify the candidates’ current level of competence.
  • Candidates seeking to upgrade shall ensure that: a) their current certification is still valid on the day of assessment; b) they have the necessary 1 year’s experience and 1000 working hours recorded and signed off in their logbook.
  • NOTE For the avoidance of confusion, 1 year’s experience means a Technician is eligible for upgrade assessment on the calendar day one year and one day after their previous assessment. E.g. 1st April 2014 Level 1 assessment, 2nd April 2015 earliest possible L2 assessment
  • Rope access Technicians who are upgrading or revalidating shall provide their logbooks to the IRATA International trainer member company at the start of the training course. Where rope access Technicians have lost their logbooks, they shall arrange for a replacement to be issued, completed and verified before assessment. Rope access Technicians whose certification has expired should consult 032 Procedures for IRATA registrations and direct entry.

IRATA Number & Logbook

  • Confirmation of your IRATA number and logbook details are MANDATORY for revalidations (regardless of level) and all upgrades before the commencement of training.

Why book with us?

  • Over 60 years combined trainer experience
  • Globally recognised IRATA and GWO training courses
  • 93% Pass Rate
  • Multiple state-of-the-art training locations
  • Wide range of in-house courses developed according to BS8454 provided under one roof
  • Directly employed qualified trainers
  • On-site design, fabrication and inspection service
  • Equipment supply
  • Pay for your training in 3 instalments when booking online

Woicheich Midonoski

Very good training centre with a lot of information. A good place to visit again.

William Breslin

Great experience, I had Mike as my tutor and he made the experience very relaxed. I learnt everything we needed to know.

Baranski Oleksander

I received great experience on the working at height course. It was different doing the sea survival course outside of a swimming pool. Thanks, Claudia for the new info and explanations on work at height and first aid!

TH IRATA Level 3

I recently attended the Leyton centre to undertake my L3 IRATA upgrade, and really wanted to let you guys know my honest feedback.

Calum and Theo are outstanding IRATA trainers. Extremely knowledgeable, professional, and dedicated to delivering top-quality instruction. Their ability to clearly explain complex techniques and ensure everyone fully understands each aspect of the training makes a huge difference.

Since my last visit, I’ve noticed a real improvement in the overall training standard. It’s clear that Calum and Theo have raised the bar. They create a positive, engaging environment where safety, skill, and confidence are always the focus.

Both are a true asset to the MCL team, and their passion for rope access and commitment to excellence really shine through. An exceptional training experience from start to finish.

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