ACX Training Courses
We offer three different trainings for our new ACX Power Ascender:
ACX Training for Personal Ascent
In certain circumstances rope works are required, for instance building facia access. To make this operation simpler and safer to the user, the SKYLOTEC ACX Training for Personal Ascent is the solution. This description will outline a 2 day course designed to train the user how to safely set up a rope works system and ascend/descend using the ACX unit.
Target groups
Personnel requiring training to safely access eleveted structures using rope works systems. These may include window cleaners, painters, geotech technicians or inspection service providers.
Learning outcomes
Delegates will gain the knowledge to explain and demonstrate:
- Pre-use check of the SKYLOTEC ACX unit
- Pre-use inspection of main and safety ropes
- In depth knowledge of how to tie anchor, midline and end knots in ropes understanding their limitations
- Risk assessment
- Making the work area safe and having deep knowledge of safety supervision
- Selection of anchor points
- Wide knowledge of rope work equipment
- Correct choice of harness
- Correct attachment of ACX unit and sit board to the user
- Correct use of the SKYLOTEC ACX unit
- Ascent and descent using the SKYLOTEC ACX unit
- Rescue plans and how to rescue the user
Duration
2 days. 14 hours contact time
Day 1: Theoretical, demonstration and practical workshop
Day 2: Practical applications of the SKYLOTEC ACX
Language
- English
- Dutch
- French
- Swedish
- German
- Local with interpreter
Pre-requisites
- All personnel participating in SKYLOTEC ACX Training for Personal Ascent must hold a basic working at height certificate
- All persons participating shall be medically fit and capable of full participating and be able to sign a confirm a medical statement
Training locations
- SKYLOTEC VRC locations international
- Onsite – customer sites
Certificate / Validity / Refresher
- SKYLOTEC ACX for Personal Ascent Certificate has an validity of 24 month
- Refresher course have to be conducted to obtain the certificate
Contact
Mail: [email protected]
ACX Training for Lifting Loads
The ACX Training can be used to lift loads of up to 200 kg. This offers a solution to users who need a light and portable device for deployment in the field. This description will outline a 1 day course designed to train the user how to safely set up and operate a lifting system using the SKYLOTEC ACX unit.
Target group
Personnel requiring training to lift loads using the ACX. These may include wind farm operators, construction sites, geotech technicians or inspection services.
Learning outcomes
Delegates will gain the knowledge to explain and demonstrate:
- Pre-use check of the SKYLOTEC ACX unit
- Pre-use inspection of the lifting rope
- How to tie a figure of eight and stopper knot in ropes
- Risk assessment
- Gain knowledge of regional lifting regulations
- Making the work area safe and rope management
- Selection of anchor points
- Top rigging of the ACX unit
- Bottom rigging of the ACX unit
- Running ascent of the ACX unit
Duration
1 days. 7 hours contact time (Theoretical, demonstration and practical workshop)
Language
- English
- Dutch
- French
- Swedish
- German
- Local with interpreter
Pre-requisites
- All personnel participating in SKYLOTEC ACX Training for Personal Ascent must hold a basic working at height certificate
- All personnel participating shall be medically fit and capable of full participating and be able to sign a confirm a medical statement
Training locations
- SKYLOTEC VRC locations international
- Onsite – customer sites
Certificate / Validity / Refresher
- SKYLOTEC ACX for Lifting Loads Certificate has an validity of 24 month
- Refresher course have to be conducted to obtain the certificate
Contact
mail: [email protected]