VSS212 Authorized Climber/Rescuer

$775.00 – Class Limited to 8 seats

This two day course overlaps with VSS313 Competent Climber Competent Rescuer and is designed for individuals with little to no experience who have not yet been certified to climb or rescue and are required to have an understanding of the mechanics, parts and performance of the equipment used while working at heights. The curriculum presented exceeds OSHA regulations and meets ASSP (formally ASSE)/ANSI Z490.1 and NATE Climber training standards.    

This course does not replace the hierarchy of standards that requires an authorized climber rescuer to work under the direct supervision of a competent climber/rescuer. Authorized Climber rescuer is the first step to meeting the standards of becoming a competent climber rescuer after passing this course, documenting 90 on tower work days and your employer attesting you are experienced and capable of advancing to a competent climber rescuer certification course.   

Authorized Climber is an individual with the physical capabilities to climb, who may or may not have previous climbing experience, has been trained in fall protection regulations, the equipment that applies to working at heights and instruction for proper Use, Selection, inspection and care of that equipment.

To obtain certification in Authorized climber/rescuer students must pass a written exam with an 84% or above score in addition to a 100% score in field practical testing.  Certificate of certification and photo ID card awarded after successful completion 

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