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The Rope Access Technical Association
The Rope Access Technical Association
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We provide special training for rope work at heights and special training for full-harness fall prevention equipment. Training is available both virtually (YouTube) and in-person.
Special training for rope work at heights delivered virtually (via YouTube).
Current veteran technicians provide detailed explanations.
Being on YouTube, you can watch repeatedly until you fully understand the content.
11,000 yen per person (tax included)
Completion certificate can be issued and shipped on the same day
| Educational Subjects | Content | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classroom Education |
01Knowledge of Rope Work at Heights |
Methods of rope work at heights | 1 hour |
|
02Knowledge of Main Ropes and Related Equipment |
|
1 hour | |
|
03Knowledge of Work Accident Prevention |
|
1 hour | |
|
04Legal Requirements |
Relevant articles in laws, ordinances, and safety regulations | 1 hour | |
| Practical Training Instruction |
01Methods of Rope Work at Heights |
|
2 hours |
|
02Main Rope Inspection |
Methods for inspecting and maintaining main ropes and related equipment | 1 hour | |
Classroom Education1: Knowledge of Rope Work at Heights
Classroom Education2: Knowledge of Main Ropes and Related Equipment
Classroom Education3: Knowledge of Work Accident Prevention
Classroom Education4: Legal Requirements
Practical Training1: Methods of Rope Work at Heights
Practical Training2: Inspection of Main Ropes and Equipment
No prior application is needed. Please contact us after watching the videos.
*For practical training, each company should select their own instructor and conduct the training in-house.
STEP 01
Academic Education: Watch YouTube videos. (Total of 4 videos: Academic Education 1, 2, 3, and 4)
STEP 02
STEP 03
Fill out the Course Completion Certificate (separate form) and send it to Keystone.
Email: keystone@rope-access.co.jp
STEP 04
After confirming the Course Completion Certificate, we will provide payment information.
STEP 05
After confirming payment, we will send the completion certificate. Sample image of the completion certificate for individual applications.
Sample image of the issued completion certificate
*For practical training, each company should select their own instructor and conduct the training in-house.
STEP 01
Watch YouTube videos. (Total of 6 videos: Academic Education 1, 2, 3, 4, and Practical Training 1, 2)
STEP 02
Fill out the Course Completion Certificate (separate form) and send it to Keystone.
Email: keystone@rope-access.co.jp
STEP 03
After confirming the Course Completion Certificate, we will provide payment information.
STEP 04
After confirming payment, we will send the completion certificate. Sample image of the completion certificate for individual applications.
Sample image of the issued completion certificate
We can issue completion certificates without the condition of completing Virtual Academic and Practical Training!
– Location: Keystone Headquarters (6-1 Kanagahara Kotobukisaki, Nagaokakyo City, Kyoto Prefecture)
– Cost: 55,000 yen (tax included) for up to 5 people
11,000 yen (tax included) for each additional person beyond 5 people
*This fee is required separately from the virtual version course fee.
– Instructor: Experienced active PRO technicians from Keystone with extensive teaching experience.
| How do I take the course? |
Please watch the YouTube videos (total of 6 videos: Academic Education 1, 2, 3, 4, and Practical Training 1, 2), then fill out your workplace's Course Completion Certificate (separate form) and email it to Keystone ( keystone@rope-access.co.jp).
*No prior notification is necessary. Please contact us after watching the videos. After confirming your declaration form, we will provide payment information. Once payment is confirmed, we will send the completion certificate. At the earliest, we can issue and ship on the same day. |
|---|---|
| YIs it really okay to just watch YouTube? Does this count as special training? |
Yes, it is approved by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare. |
| I'm in a hurry...!! Can I take the course right away? | For those who need the completion certificate immediately, taking "Part 3 Virtual (YouTube) Special Training for Rope Access Work" is the fastest option. |
| I'm a manager (supervisor). Can I take the course? | Yes, you can! The Rope Access Technology Association recommends that managers take this course. |
| Is there a test after completing the course (sweating)? | No, there isn't. |
Implementation Guidelines
Special Training for Rope Access Work through Virtual (YouTube) Learning
-Limited to technicians who have been declared by their affiliated companies to be involved in “Rope Access Work”
-A declaration from the affiliated company is required stating “No fast-forwarding or increased playback speed was used” and “All content was properly viewed”
-Academic portion: 4 hours, Practical portion: 3 hours
keystone@rope-access.co.jp (Contact: Special Training Coordinator)
| Participants | Limited to technicians engaged in survey, inspection, examination, and management work on slopes and steep inclines |
|---|---|
| Location | Kyoto/Nara, available for nationwide on-site training |
| Cost | 55,000 yen (tax included) for up to 5 people 11,000 yen (tax included) for each additional person beyond 5 people |
| Instructor | Experienced active PRO technicians from Keystone with extensive teaching experience |
| Course Materials | Slide materials |
| Certification Issued | Special Training Certificate for Rope Access Work |
| Contact | keystone@rope-access.co.jp(Contact: Special Training Coordinator) |
| Participants | Limited to technicians engaged in survey, inspection, examination, and management work on slopes and steep inclines |
|---|---|
| Location | Kyoto/Nara, available for nationwide on-site training |
| Cost | 55,000 yen (tax included) for up to 5 people 11,000 yen (tax included) for each additional person beyond 5 people） |
| Instructor | Experienced active PRO technicians from Keystone with extensive teaching experience |
| Course Materials | Slide materials |
| Certification Issued | Special Training Certificate for Rope Access Work |
| Contact | keystone@rope-access.co.jp(Contact: Special Training Coordinator) |
| Participants | Limited to technicians engaged in survey, inspection, examination, and management work |
|---|---|
| Location | Kyoto/Nara, available for nationwide on-site training |
| Cost | 55,000 yen (tax included) for up to 5 people 11,000 yen (tax included) for each additional person beyond 5 people） |
| Instructor | Experienced active PRO technicians from Keystone with extensive teaching experience |
| Course Materials | Slide materials |
| Certification Issued | Special Training Certificate for Rope Access Work |
| Contact | keystone@rope-access.co.jp(Contact: Special Training Coordinator) |
| Participants | Limited to technicians engaged in survey, inspection, examination, and management work |
|---|---|
| Location | Kyoto/Nara, available for nationwide on-site training |
| Cost | 55,000 yen (tax included) for up to 5 people 11,000 yen (tax included) for each additional person beyond 5 people） |
| Instructor | Experienced active PRO technicians from Keystone with extensive teaching experience |
| Course Materials | Slide materials |
| Certification Issued | Special Training Certificate for Rope Access Work |
| Contact | keystone@rope-access.co.jp(Contact: Special Training Coordinator) |
Our association is dedicated to the promotion and safety assurance of rope access technology.
We welcome inquiries on a wide range of topics, from training programs and certification systems to safety management consultations for businesses.
We respond to each inquiry with care, so please feel free to contact us with confidence.
Business Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
(Closed on weekends and public holidays)
[After Hours & Emergency] Available 24/7
Open 24/7, accepting inquiries year-round.
