Current Version: September 2008

The PRCA has produced ropes course standards which have been peer reviewed, received engineer endorsements through associated vendors, incorporate break test data, and written in a practical sense for program operational use. These standards also incorporate numerous diagrams to assist in content explanation.

The ropes course standards have been developed, reviewed, and re-written in an effort to develop relevant and user friendly words, explanations, and diagrams. As with any ever changing industry, the standards will be updated on a regular basis and newer versions will be drafted and distributed to members. This 80 plus page standards booklet contains construction details, inspection criteria, materials, operations, and staff training information, along with equipment care, ethical guidelines, and actual examples of staff training assessment, rope logs, and other training forms.

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To receive a copy of the complete document, become a member of the PRCA, login with your membership information and go to the Members Only area, then to the Download Center to receive your copy of the standards.

Additional copies may be obtained at a discount depending on membership status. Please forward your request for additional copies and the PRCA office.

Please note that the standards will be under a certain form of constant review and update. Input from industry professionals will drive the update procedure. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the end user to adapt and apply the content in an appropriate and safe fashion. The PRCA Board, employees, agents, and representatives accept no liability for any use, errors, or omissions contained within published documents.

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