SPRAT Cheat Sheet 2026

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1. What ethical standard governs applied methods and techniques practice? → Adherence to the profession's code of ethics and applicable laws and regulations
2. What is the foundational principle of industry best practices in the Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians Certification field? → Maintaining competence, integrity, and service to stakeholders
3. What should be done before each use of rope access equipment? → Visually and physically inspect it
4. Which of the following would require removing a harness from service? → Frayed webbing or broken stitching
5. Which technique is used to ascend a rope? → Ascending
6. What is the foundational principle of applied methods and techniques in the Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians Certification field? → Maintaining competence, integrity, and service to stakeholders
7. What quality assurance measure supports assessment and evaluation? → Regular self-assessment, peer review, and adherence to established standards
8. What is one way to prevent rope abrasion during a job? → Use rope protectors or padding
9. What is the foundational principle of safety and compliance in the Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians Certification field? → Maintaining competence, integrity, and service to stakeholders
10. What ethical standard governs continuing education requirements practice? → Adherence to the profession's code of ethics and applicable laws and regulations
11. What is a common tool used to assess risks? → Risk matrix
12. What should be done if a new hazard is identified during the job? → Reassess and apply control measures
13. What quality assurance measure supports core concepts and principles? → Regular self-assessment, peer review, and adherence to established standards
14. Which configuration allows a technician to switch directions in tight spaces? → Deviations or re-anchors
15. According to SPRAT standards, what must be established before any rope access work begins on a project? → A written rescue plan specific to the worksite
16. What is the role of an equipment log? → To document inspections and service history
17. Which device is commonly used for controlled descent? → Descender
18. What is the foundational principle of continuing education requirements in the Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians Certification field? → Maintaining competence, integrity, and service to stakeholders
19. What condition would require retiring a rope from service? → If it shows cuts, burns, or core damage
20. How should challenges in continuing education requirements be addressed? → Apply systematic problem-solving, seek expert guidance when needed, and document decisions
21. What ethical standard governs safety and compliance practice? → Adherence to the profession's code of ethics and applicable laws and regulations
22. What is the best way to manage a falling object hazard? → Use tool lanyards and exclusion zones
23. How should challenges in communication and documentation be addressed? → Apply systematic problem-solving, seek expert guidance when needed, and document decisions
24. What is the minimum number of rope access technicians SPRAT requires on any active rope access project? → Two technicians (buddy system)
25. What SPRAT certification level is required to serve as the on-site supervisor for every rope access project? → Level 3
26. What ethical standard governs communication and documentation practice? → Adherence to the profession's code of ethics and applicable laws and regulations
27. How should professionals apply assessment and evaluation in daily practice? → Consistently integrate best practices into every aspect of professional work
28. How should professionals apply communication and documentation in daily practice? → Consistently integrate best practices into every aspect of professional work
29. How should professionals apply applied methods and techniques in daily practice? → Consistently integrate best practices into every aspect of professional work
30. Why is understanding rope angle and friction important in rope access? → To protect ropes from damage and ensure easier movement