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Rope Access Tips, Tricks & Chats

Leigh

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!

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  • English

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  • S4 · E11
    July 6 · 5 min

    Wayne Russell Bit of kit

    This week we had a chat with Wayne Russell our NZ lead trainer on what bit of kit does he need to have on his harness. Was a bit left of field for me. He can’t survive without a Pod Bag.

  • S4 · E10
    June 22 · 4 min

    Assisted Aid Climbing, why is this not an assessable item?

    This week we chat about assisted aid climb. I have seen this assessed in some level 3 assessments, but I can’t find it in the TACS. Should all level 3’s be trained and assessed on this? Do you agree that it should be added or not, let me know leigh@5thpoint.com.au Stay safe

  • S4 · E9
    June 8 · 6 min

    Should we train 8 level 1’s on our own

    This week we have a chat about if a level 3i should be able to train 8 level 1’s without an assistant. Let me know if you agree or not Leigh@5thpoint.com.au Stay safe

  • S4 · E8
    May 25 · 8 min

    Anchors or Anchorage

    This week we are having a quick chat about anchors and anchorage. what’s the difference and how it fits in with rope access. We have found that using these terms make it easy to describe parts of the system and how it falls into IRATA ICOP to comply. it also helps work out where and when the 2 points of connection starts and stops. If you want to get in touch, drop me a line @ Leigh@5thpoint.com.au Stay safe.

  • S4 · E7
    May 11 · 5 min

    Rig Board

    This week we take a look at a new bit of kit from Rig Board. If you ever needed to draw a rigging plan on a white board and couldn’t tell the difference between a descender and a back up, this is the bit of kit for you. great in training and planning of jobs. check them out at https://rigboard.shop/ Tell them Leigh sent you. :-). Stay safe.

  • S4 · E6
    April 20 · 6 min

    Singing rock Jack descender

    Been playing with the Jack from singing rock for a while now. let’s say it’s the love child of a rig and a spark. have a listen to what it’s all about.

  • S4 · E5
    April 13 · 10 min

    History of Descenders

    This week we are going to take a look at where it started with descenders for rope access, way back in the 60’s all the way through till today. I may miss something. If I do drop me a message or e mail, leigh@5thpoint.com.au, always good to chat and learn. stay safe.

  • S4 · E4
    March 30 · 8 min

    Harkin Radix, the new age of load cells

    This week we take a look at the Harken Radix. the level of load cells has just increased. we look at all the features and where it will be great in our work flow. if you fancy buying me a coffee the link is below. Thanks. buymeacoffee.com/rattac

  • S4 · E3
    March 16 · 5 min

    Hydrate!

    Been a long hot summer in Sydney and it’s still going. just a quick reminder to hydrate, even on the cooler days. what’s the best way to carry fluids? We look at some options. If you fancy buying me a coffee click the link below Thanks buymeacoffee.com/rattac

  • S4 · E2
    March 2 · 10 min

    Skylotec ICX

    This week we take a look at the Skylotec ICX. Is it worth the investment? What’s the deal with the batteries? what about rescue? if you fancy buying me a coffee click the link below. buymeacoffee.com/rattac Thanks

  • S4 · E1
    February 16 · 5 min

    Let’s warm up

    I go to the gym to move some weights or do a cardio session and always do a warm up. What makes a day on the ropes any different. Let have a look at warming up before we jump on the ropes. If you want to buy me a coffee follow the link below. Thanks. buymeacoffee.com/rattac

  • S3 · E5
    May 29, 2025 · 5 min

    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.

  • S3 · E4
    Apr 28, 2025 · 6 min

    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.

  • S3 · E2
    Mar 24, 2025 · 9 min

    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.

  • S3 · E1
    Mar 8, 2025 · 5 min

    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?

  • S2 · E11
    Aug 5, 2024 · 10 min

    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

  • S2 · E10
    Jul 23, 2024 · 54 min

    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?

  • S2 · E9
    Jul 8, 2024 · 8 min

    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.

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