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19.10.2009
Introduction of the new FISAT IDs in November
In future, all FISAT-certified high-altitude workers will receive a forgery proof ID in credit-card format whose validity is dependent upon the holder’s completion of an annual refresher course. This measure minimizes risk of accident for users and provides employers and/or contractors with the assurance of having fulfilled legal requirements. Anyone carrying a FISAT ID always works according to the most up-to-date safety standards worldwide for this access technique.
With this new certificate ID, FISAT is reacting to the requirements of an expanding market. With the number of high-altitude workers used around the globe increasing, their competence plays an ever greater role. A FISAT certification means safety on the highest level, for users and project managers.
Hungarian wins the Industrial Rope Acccess Cup 2010
The 5th open German championship in rope access, following thrilling competition, concluded with a narrow victory by the Hungarian Ligeti Márton. Of the 23 competitors from Germany, Hungary, Norway, Poland, and Lithuania, Ligeti Márton achieved victory with 782 total points. Last year’s winner Michael Rafikov from Russia reached second place, his countryman Evgeniy Venskyi third place.
The best German, with a result of 751 points, and thus German champion was Knut Foppe, one of FISAT’s most experienced certifiers. The Berliner reached 5th place in the total ranking.
The contestants had to compete on three different rope stations, with determining factors being both speed in rope ascent and descent as well as skillfulness.
With friendly support of TAPIR Leipzig (main sponsor)
13.03.2010
Industrial Rope Access Cup 2010 in Leipzig
Champion: Ligeti Márton (Hungary) and the second-placed finisher Michael Rafikov from Russia, the furter winner of the last competition
Spectacular: The ropeway for film sets realized by the Haeger-Stuntshow-Crew - one of the highlights for the audience. Here the host Holger Lucke flies above the heads!
Due to several cams at different places the audience and the referees were able to look at every point of the competition
5th Industrial Rope Access Cup 2010, Photos: Ralph Sinapius
22.11.2007
FISAT – Certification recognized worldwide!
Training according to our guidelines and the examination of users of rope-assisted access and positioning techniques by our invigilators is recognized and esteemed worldwide. Since 1997, we have certified more than 3,000 rope access technicians.
Our member firms operate in Europe, Asia, and North America. Put in your request today for a FISAT certification of your employees!
FISAT certification valid in all EU countries
FISAT safety standards are among the highest worldwide.
The agencies responsible in each individual country recognize these standards in full. Rope access technicians need no additional or further certification for any EU country. Contradictory claims making the rounds, especially concerning England, have no legal basis. In England, as in all other EU member countries, the EU guideline 2001/45 EG applies. It simply requires the employment of sufficiently competent personnel.
02.08.2008
Mihael Rafikow is the winner of the Industrial Climber Cup 2008
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The Russian Mihael Rafikow, with a best time of 10 minutes and 57 seconds, landed the 4th Industrial Climber Cup. Hungarians Viktor Németh and Orban Balazs secured 2nd and 3rd place. Knut Foppe, after an accident in the second round, went on to claim 5th place as best German contestant. Last year's winner Aleksandr Phillipov came in fourth. Full press reports with detailed results are available here (only in German).
02.08.2008
Industrial Climber Cup 2008 in Pictures
Thanks to all competitors, sponsors and assistants. Thank you and see you again on the next level in 2009.
Mathias Kahle did the briefing to the course. Knut Foppe was translating to the international competitors.
In the location Kesselhaus, KulturBrauerei in Berlin, the FISAT-Team for certifications prepared the cours.
In the location Kesselhaus, KulturBrauerei in Berlin, the FISAT-Team for certifications prepared the cours.
The champion from last year Aleksandr Philippov from Russia started with number 18 took the lead in station No. 1.
Like Knut Foppe also Dirk Lingens did an technical mistake just before the end and so he lost the chance to win.
Aleksandr Phillipow lost the championsship to his fellow team member Mihael Rafikow on the last meters...
To enlarge, please click. Photos: Ralph Sinapius
Here, you can download all photos in low resolution in a zip file (attention: app. 11MB!).
A CD-R with high resolution images is available for purchase in the Berlin office.
22.05.2008
Industrial Climber Cup 2007
The best industrial climber of 2007 is Alexandr Philippov. Out of 28 starters from five countries, the Muscovite reached a best time of 8 minutes and 2 seconds. Knut Foppe, Berliner and previous winner, landed second place in front of the Hungarian Viktor Németh.
At two different competition stations, the contestants' unusual race earned storms of applause from the audience and was critically observed by the judges. Horizontal and vertical courses and a high-altitude rescue were part of the contest. A good 600 people attended this superbly organized event. Prizes worth 4000 euros were awarded by the organizer.
Here is available a selection of press reports on this event.