Rope Access Tips, Tricks & Chats
128 episodes Last Updated: May 29, 25
Getting up-to-date information on rope access can be hard.... Every week Leigh Greenwood will share some tips and tricks, and invite guests for a chat about everything rope access. If you're involved in rope access or interested in it, this show is for you!
Episodes
May 29, 2025
Retrievable rigging
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.
Apr 28, 2025
First Aid ticket. Who needs one?
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.
Apr 07, 2025
Skylotec Sirius & Spark used in Training
At 5th Point we have been using the Skylotec descenders for over 10 months now. Here is an update on what we know now.
Mar 24, 2025
IRATA RASS
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.
Mar 08, 2025
Hanging haul
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?
Aug 05, 2024
Spark or a Rig, what would you use.
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
Jul 23, 2024
Just Get It Done, Rope Access Challenge
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?
Jul 08, 2024
Answering some questions we have been asked.
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.
Jun 24, 2024
Hoisting on a Grillion. Can you do this?
This week we take a dive into some of the uses that Petzl say you can use a Grillion for. Big question is, can you hoist on it? If you like what we do here you can buy me a coffee. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/RATTAC
Jun 03, 2024
Is IRATA changing the age limit for courses?
This week we have a chat about the age limit on doing you level 1.The noise on the street is that IRATA has been looking at a change. What would be the knock on affects if this was to happen? what would be the benefits and what would be the drawbacks? If you like what we do here and want to help expand the podcast, you could 'buy me a coffee', click on the link below if you are keen, and thanks if you do.https://www.buymeacoffee.com/RATTAC