{"product_id":"professional-rope-access-isbn-9781118859605","title":"Professional Rope Access","description":"Guides the reader in the development and maintenance of a rope access program\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides comprehensive guidance for employers, safety managers and rope access technicians to develop, maintain, and manage a rope access program\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffers specific guidance for writing a comprehensive managed fall protection plan that includes rope access\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThoroughly describes how to perform specific rope access maneuvers that can be used to offer greater safety when working at height\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShows how a well-managed rope access program can be used as a tool to get more work accomplished at a lower cost and with greater efficiency than conventional methods can achieve\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscusses and clarifies unique distinctions of equipment for rope access, as compared with equipment for fall arrest, positioning, and restraint\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes on Contributors xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForeword xix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour Success xxiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface xxv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to use this book xxvii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection 1 | Planning for Rope Access 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1 | What Is Rope Access? 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1-1 Introduction 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy Choose Rope Access? 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1-2 Foundation and Evolution of Rope Access 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Modern Rope Access System 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSkills Required for Modern Rope Access Workers 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1-3 Rope Access Compared\/Contrasted with Other Disciplines 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRope Access Contrasted with Recreational Rappelling 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRope Access Contrasted with Controlled Descent 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRope Access Contrasted with Rope Descent Techniques 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRope Access Contrasted with Bosun’s Chairs 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRope Access Backup Contrasted with Other Backup Systems 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhereModern Rope Access Has Landed – The Bus You Take to Work 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1-4 Compatibility and Work Safety 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFall Restraint 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFall Arrest 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFall Containment Systems 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuspended Scaffolds 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAerial Platforms and Man Baskets 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1-5 Special Techniques 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAid Climbing 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLead Climbing 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1-6 Practical Application of Rope Access 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1-7 Summary 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2 | Rope Access and the Comprehensive Managed Fall Protection Plan 21\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2-1 Protecting Workers at Height 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2-2 Comprehensive Managed Fall Protection 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePolicy Statement 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaff Responsibilities 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFall Hazard Survey 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2-3 Hierarchy of Fall Protection 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of Active Protection – Harness-Based Solutions 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing a System of Protection 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2-4 Rope Access Work Plan 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystem Requirements 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSafety in Rope Access Operations 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWork Practices 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2-5 Summary 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3 | Personnel Selection and Training 35\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3-1 Introduction 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3-2 Personnel Qualifications 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAptitude for Rope Access 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3-3 Team Organization and Competencies 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTechnician Skills and Responsibilities 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupervisor Skills and Responsibilities 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProgram Manager Skills and Responsibilities 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3-4 Training and Certification 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraining Records 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraining Outline 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvanced Levels of Certification 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRope Access Certification Bodies 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3-5 Summary 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4 | Equipment for Rigging 49\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4-1 Equipment for Rigging Rope Access Systems 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4-2 How to Choose Equipment for Rigging in Life Safety Situations 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4-3 The Difference Between Personal Equipment and Rigging Equipment 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4-4 Rigging Equipment for Fall Arrest 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4-5 Rigging Equipment for Cranes Versus Rigging Used in Rope Access 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4-6 Rigging Equipment for Suspended Scaffolds 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4-7 Rigging Equipment for Rescue 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4-8 Rope 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4-9 Connectors 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4-10 Hardware 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4-11 Mechanical Anchorage Connectors 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4-12 Anchor Slings 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4-13 Summary 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5 | Personal Equipment for Rope Access 71\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-1 Introduction 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-2 Essential Requirements 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-3 Harnesses 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-4 A Note About Comfort Seats (Seatboards) 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-5 Helmets 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-6 Lanyards 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-7 Connectors 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-8 Descending Devices 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-9 Rope Access Backup Devices 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-10 Ascenders 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-11 Gloves 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-12 Clothing and Personal Wear 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-13 OTHER PPE 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-14 Equipment Traceability and Recordkeeping 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5-15 Summary 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection 2 | Skills for the Rope Access Technician 91\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6 | Rigging Concepts 93\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6-1 Principles at Work in a System 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGravity 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFriction 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAngles 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVector Forces 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6-2 Using the Principles 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMechanical Advantage 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLoad Ratios 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSafety Factors 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6-3 Summary 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7 | Rope Terminations and Anchorages 115\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7-1 Rope and Knot Terminology 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7-2 Rope Terminations 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7-3 Manufactured Terminations 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7-4 Knots 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStopper Knots 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd-of-Line Knots 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMidline Knots 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnots (Bends) That Join Two Ropes 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnot Safety 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHitches 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7-5 Knots and Rope Strength 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7-6 Anchorages 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassifications of Anchorages 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnchorage System Performance 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositioning the Anchorage System 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBack-Ties 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDirect Attachment 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLoad Sharing Anchor Systems 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAngles in Anchor Systems 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChange of Direction 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7-7 Summary 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8 | Rope Access Systems 145\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8-1 Compatibility 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8-2 Access System 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8-3 Backup System 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8-4 Attachment to Technician’s Harness 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8-5 Pull-through Systems 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePull-Through with Ground Anchor 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTop Anchor Pull-Through with Knot 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8-6 Changing the Fall Line 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDirectional Deviation 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRebelay (Re-anchor) Systems 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWell-Being of the Technician 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8-7 Summary 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9 | Descending 161\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9-1 Introduction 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9-2 Choosing a Descender 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9-3 Choosing a Rope for Descent 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9-4 Rigging for Descent 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9-5 Getting on Rope 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9-6 Managing the Descent 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9-7 Tending the Backup Device 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9-8 Passing a Knot 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9-9 Passing a Deviation Anchor 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9-10 Passing a Rebelay 174\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9-11 Landing 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9-12 Summary 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10 | Ascending 179\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10-1 Selecting Ascenders 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandled Ascenders 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChest Ascender 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10-2 The Complete Ascending System 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRigging the Chest Ascender 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRigging the Handled Ascender 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10-3 Managing the Ascent 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10-4 Changeovers 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChangeover from Ascending System to Descending System 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing a Descender for Ascent 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRope-to-Rope Transfer 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePassing a Knot in the Ropes While on Ascent 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNegotiating an Edge or Obstruction While on Ascent 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePassing a Deviation 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePassing a Re-anchor (Rebelay) on Ascent 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransitioning Off Rope from Ascent, Onto a Platform 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10-5 Summary 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11 | Advanced Techniques 197\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11-1 Belays 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11-2 Aid Climbing 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11-3 Lead Climbing 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11-4 Climbing with Twin Lanyards 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11-5 Raising and Lowering Systems 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11-6 Systems for Lowering 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11-7 Systems for Raising 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11-8 Cross-haul 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11-9 Tensioned Ropes 212\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11-10 Multiple Simultaneous Systems 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11-11 Powered Assist Systems 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11-12 Summary 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12 | Use of Powered Rope Access Devices 217\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12-1 Precautions 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12-2 Configuring the Device into the System 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12-3 Configuration 1 (Sit on Top) 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12-4 Configuration (Suspend Beneath) 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12-5 Using the Device from a Fixed Position 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12-6 Additional Considerations 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12-7 Care and Maintenance 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12-8 Summary 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13 | Rescue 229\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13-1 Rope Access and Rescue 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13-2 The Rescue Preplan 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13-3 Self-Rescue 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13-4 Coworker-Assisted Rescue 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13-5 Noncommittal Rescue and Prerigging for Rescue 236\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13-6 Co-Worker Assisted Rescue from Descent 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13-7 Rescue from Ascent 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13-8 Challenging Rescues 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13-9 Standby Rescue 242\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13-10 Professional Versus Coworker-Assisted Rescue 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13-11 Conclusion 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection 3 | Program Administration 245\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14 | Developing a Rope Access Plan 247\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14-1 Working Safely at Heights 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHarness-Based Works 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFall Arrest 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWork Positioning 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRope Access 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14-2 Necessary Elements of a Rope Access Program 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRescue 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOne Rope or Two? 252\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAvoid the Fall 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeam Works 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeam Documentation 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14-3 Work in a System 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupervisor 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuitableManagement 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15 | Developing a Policy Statement 257\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15-1 Questions to Consider 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15-2 Putting it all Together 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15-3 Congratulations! 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16 | Writing a Work Order 265\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 268\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17 | Establishing a Work Plan 269\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17-1 Summary 273\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18 | Performing a Job Hazard Analysis 275\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18-1 The Process 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18-2 Content 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18-3 Using the JHA 278\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18-4 Summary 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19 | Fall Hazard Survey\/Assessment 281\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19-1 Conducting the Survey 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19-2 Survey Contents 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19-3 Using the Survey 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19-4 Fall Hazard Mitigation 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19-5 Summary 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20 | Creating a Rescue Preplan 287\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20-1 Emergency Response Planning 287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20-2 Fall Rescue Planning 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20-3 Coordination with External Resources 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e20-4 Summary 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 21 | Training Records 295\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21-1 Certification Records 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21-2 Technician Records 296\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21-3 Employer Records 297\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e21-4 Program Administrator Training 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 22 | Equipment Inspection and Care 301\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e22-1 Specifying Equipment 301\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e22-2 Placing Equipment into Service 302\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e22-3 Equipment Inspection 302\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e22-4 Cleaning 303\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e22-5 Retirement 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 23 | Rope Access Program Audit 307\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e23-1 Components of an Audit 307\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e23-2 Management 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e23-3 Practices 309\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e23-4 Equipment Management 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e23-5 Recordkeeping 312\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e23-6 Summary 312\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowledge Check 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary 339\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 343\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003eLoui McCurley\u003c\/b\u003e’s pioneering efforts in safe work at height include having helped found the Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians, participating in the development of ISO 22846, and numerous other standards within ANSI Z359, ANSI 459, NFPA, ASTM, and more. Loui is committed to harmonizing regulatory requirements for work at height with practical, safe methods of work and verified technician skills. Her book \u003ci\u003eFalls From Height: A Guide to Rescue\u003c\/i\u003e (Wiley, 2012) was the first of its kind in fall protection. Loui is a passionate trainer and a frequent presenter at safety conferences including the American Society of Safety Engineers, National Association of Tower Erectors, VPPAC, and the International Technical Rescue Symposium.   \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe comprehensive guide to performing work at height more safely and at less cost\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn the present economy, employers around the globe are working harder than ever to maximize safety in work at height with a careful eye toward fiscal responsibility.   In the drive to do more with less (workers, money, time, resources, etc.) rope access offers the opportunity to raise the bar in both safety and cost-efficiency.  This specialized mode of access and protection is a solution that site owners and managers frequently turn to for putting specially trained, certified technicians in hard-to-reach places with maximum safety and minimal cost.  \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eProfessional Rope Access: A Guide to Working Safely at Height \u003c\/i\u003eis a comprehensive guide that employers, safety managers, trainers, and technicians can use to develop and maintain a rope access program that will get more work accomplished at a lower cost and with greater safety than conventional methods can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eProfessional Rope Access \u003c\/i\u003efeatures topics on:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlanning For Rope Access such as personnel selection and training and Equipment for Rigging\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSkills For The Rope Access Technician including Rigging Concepts, Advanced Techniques, Powered Devices, and Rescue\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProgram Administration from Writing a Work Order through Equipment Inspection \u0026amp; Care    \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor many trades, rope access provides an excellent solution for gaining access to difficult-to-reach locations. The extensive amount of knowledge and training that rope access technicians possess, and the highly disciplined and structured system that comprises rope access, mean that more complex jobs can often be performed more safely and efficiently, in a shorter period of time, resulting in monetary and safety benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAuthor Loui McCurley is a pioneer of the advent of rope access as a means of safe work at height. Efforts include having helped found the Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians, participating in the development of ISO 22846, and numerous other standards within ANSI Z359, ANSI 459, NFPA, ASTM, and more. Loui is committed to harmonizing regulatory requirements for work at height with practical, safe methods of work and verified technician skills. Her book \u003ci\u003eFalls From Height: A Guide to Rescue\u003c\/i\u003e (Wiley, 2012) was the first of its kind in fall protection. 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