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Introduction to Basic Techniques

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SORAT Rope Access Technical Guide
Equipment, Techniques & Rigging

Practical Rope Access Knowledge,
Shared Worldwide

The SORAT Rope Access Technical Guide brings together practical knowledge of rope access equipment, basic techniques, and rigging. Across ten illustrated chapters, it explains how equipment is selected and used, and introduces the techniques and considerations involved in working on ropes. 

We are sharing this guide with rope access technicians, trainers, and industry professionals worldwide to support technical learning and safer practice.

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Documents by Chapter for Download

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01
Clothing Harness

02
Helmet Rope Carabiners

03
Ascender Descender

04
Cowstail
Climbing aiders

05
Tape Slings Daisy Chain
Cord Rope guard

06
Equipment Donning

07
Basic techniques
Prohibited actions
2points Rules

08
Pulley Rigging Plates
Rope Bags Seats

09
Knots

10
Rigging
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Rope Access Technology Handbook (4-Part Series)

Rope Techniques for Bridge Inspections

Rope Techniques for Slope Surveys

Rope Techniques for Rock Face Surveys

Rope Techniques for Other Inspections & Surveys

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