IRATA ROPE ACCESS TRAINING
INDUSTRY
BEST
INDUSTRY
BEST
LEARN,
GROW,
DEVELOP
WITH DBC
Founded in 1998, DBC has been a leading rope access provider in Australia for more than 25 years. We continue to evolve our processes, methodologies, and strategic thinking to offer industrial access solutions for our clients. To do this, we consistently invest in the next generation of rope access professionals.
DBC is an IRATA operator and training member company. We provide IRATA training and assessment at our training facility in Bulli.
IRATA, the Industrial Rope Access Trades Association, is acknowledged as the world’s leading authority on rope access. With an excess of 580 member companies across the globe, IRATA regulates a training scheme for people seeking to gain their international rope access certification.
DBC provides IRATA training and assessment for certification for entry-level Level 1, upgrade to Level 2, and upgrade to Level 3 Supervisor. Over the course of five days, our instructors take candidates through extensive theoretical and practical components before each individual undertakes an assessment on the fifth day to gain their certification.
Our instructors have attained invaluable experiences over their many years working in the rope access industry. Each instructor offers their unique insights derived from working in various types of working conditions and locations both on and offshore.
TechConnect
In 2025 IRATA introduced new processes for IRATA candidates at all levels.
All current and new technicians MUST be onboarded to IRATA TechConnect before they can be trained and assessed.
Please follow the link below to register and download the free TechConnect app.
Please register with TechConnect at least 2 days before attending IRATA training.
https://techconnect.irata.org/register
Please contact DBC if you have an issue with meeting this requirement.
BOOK
YOUR
SPOT
LEARN,
GROW,
DEVELOP
WITH DBC
Founded in 1998, DBC has been a leading rope access provider in Australia for more than 25 years. We continue to evolve our processes, methodologies, and strategic thinking to offer industrial access solutions for our clients. To do this, we consistently invest in the next generation of rope access professionals.
DBC is an IRATA operator and training member company. We provide IRATA training and assessment at our training facility in Bulli.
IRATA, the Industrial Rope Access Trades Association, is acknowledged as the world’s leading authority on rope access. With an excess of 580 member companies across the globe, IRATA regulates a training scheme for people seeking to gain their international rope access certification.
DBC provides IRATA training and assessment for certification for entry-level Level 1, upgrade to Level 2, and upgrade to Level 3 Supervisor. Over the course of five days, our instructors take candidates through extensive theoretical and practical components before each individual undertakes an assessment on the fifth day to gain their certification.
Our instructors have attained invaluable experiences over their many years working in the rope access industry. Each instructor offers their unique insights derived from working in various types of working conditions and locations both on and offshore.
TechConnect
In 2025 IRATA introduced new processes for IRATA candidates at all levels.
All current and new technicians MUST be onboarded to IRATA TechConnect before they can be trained and assessed.
Please follow the link below to register and download the free TechConnect app.
Please register with TechConnect at least 2 days before attending IRATA training.
https://techconnect.irata.org/register
Please contact DBC if you have an issue with meeting this requirement.
BOOK
YOUR
SPOT
DBC IRATA training takes place at our training facility where we have a purpose built outdoor tower and indoor training space. We train in small groups of no more than eight candidates to ensure each person is provided with the time and attention required to attain their certification.
LEVEL 1 COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
- No prior experience
- Aptitude for heights
- 18 years of age or older
- Reasonable level of physical fitness
- No medical contraindication
LEVEL 2 AND 3 UPGRADES:
- Must have attained Level 1 certification for Level 2 upgrade
- Must have attained Level 1 and Level 2 for Level 3 upgrade
- Candidates re-certifying at Level 2 or 3 must present a valid up to date IRATA logbook.
- Candidates upgrading to Level 2 or 3 must present a valid up to date IRATA Logbook with a minimum 12 months experience and 1,000 hours logged.
- Reasonable level of physical fitness
- No medical contraindication
- Level 3 course candidates must have up-to-date First Aid certification
- Please call DBC if you have any queries about IRATA certification procedures and rules. DBC is an IRATA resource and we are always happy to answer your questions
IRATA LOGBOOK REQUIREMENTS:
Please speak to DBC if you have any questions about IRATA Logbook requirements. If your IRATA certification has expired or your logbook is not up to date or unavailable with your work entries, please contact us immediately and before booking on 1300 121 322 or email training@dbcgroup.com.au.
SUPPORT MATERIAL PROVIDED:
- DBC IRATA rope access training manual
- IRATA International Code of Practice (ICOP)
- IRATA Training, Assessment and Certification Scheme (TACS)
We strongly encourage candidates to read over and become familiar with this material prior to commencing training.
A LIST OF OUR ACCREDITATIONS, COMPLIANCE AND MEMBERSHIPS WE MAINTAIN:
A LIST OF OUR ACCREDITATIONS, COMPLIANCE AND MEMBERSHIPS WE MAINTAIN:
MEET
OUR
TRAINERS
MEET OUR TRAINERS
PAVEL PUSKAR
Pavel is a passionate, extremely dedicated rope access professional with exceptional life experience as an instructor and in-the-field Supervisor. A Level 3 Supervisor and Project Coordinator, Pavel has conducted major industrial maintenance in some of the world’s harshest conditions in both on and offshore environments.
A dedicated leader, Pavel strongly believes in the importance of thorough, well-taught training from the very start of every rope access professionals’ career. Further, he firmly encourages continual development and upskilling beyond the required certifications.
As a trainer, Pavel is regarded as an exceptional communicator, listener, and instructor providing in-depth teachings of the technicalities within rope access. Whether a Level 1, 2, or 3 certification, Pavel is guaranteed to provide each candidate with an irreplaceable learning experience.
JIMMY MCGREGOR
Mentored by one of the most experienced trainers in Australia, our very own Pavel Puskar and by our Managing Director, David Bell, Jimmy has become an incredibly well respected instructor and strong leader at DBC.
A professional IRATA rope access trades supervisor and advanced rigger, Jimmy has cultivated experience across a wide range of rope access projects. Working amidst the most challenging access environments, Jimmy brings key learnings from in-the-field to his best practices as a rope access instructor at DBC.
JAYSON ROBERTSON
A well respected and highly experienced professional IRATA rope access supervisor and advanced rigger, Jay brings a wealth of valuable knowledge from both heavy industrial and commercial settings. From heritage painting for the Mark Foys building in Darlinghurst to conducting waterproofing and repairs to the air force radar dome Bathurst Island in the Northern Territory, Jay brings an impressive resumé of advanced rope access applications all candidates will learn from.
MATTHEW MARKOVINA
Matt brings valuable experience as an IRATA instructor and professional IRATA rope access supervisor at DBC. Having undergone extensive mentorship from leaders at DBC, Matt has developed a strong reputation for excellence in training, communicating, and guiding candidates through their own rope access certification process.
For more information regarding IRATA training and assessment at DBC, please get in touch. We are your local IRATA member company and we are happy to be your local resource for information about all things IRATA rope access.
