Petzl Technical Institute Courses
Introducing the Petzl Technical Institute course offerings, designed to help users deepen their knowledge of Petzl equipment and how to use it with maximum efficiency and effectiveness in rope-access, work-at-height, and climbing applications.
Petzl Technical Institute (PTI) courses focus on Petzl solutions — a combination of products, technical information, and training — and feature classroom-style learning, hands-on experience, and drop-testing. All courses are delivered by top product specialists and industry-leading trainers and field experts. These courses will provide users with authoritative training on Petzl products such as the ASAP mobile fall arrester, the I’D and RIG industrial rope descenders / belay devices, and more.
Below you will find information on Petzl America’s course offerings, including course descriptions, dates and times, cost, logistics, etc. If you have any questions, please contact Lena Laakso at training@petzl.com or (801) 926-1587.
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INFO AND REGISTRATION
• Download information and logistics packet (pdf - 125k) 
• Register for courses (online form) 
COURSE LIST
(Click on a course name below for more information and to register)
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Course Name
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Dates
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Cost
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June 11
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$200
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June 12
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$200
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June 10-12
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$400
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June 13
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$200
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June 14
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$200
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June 14
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$200
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Sept. 9 - 11
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$600
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Sept. 9 - 11
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$400
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Sept. 12
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$200
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Sept. 13
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$200
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Sept. 13
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$200
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Oct. 8 - 10
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$600
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Nov. 19
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$200
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Nov. 19
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$200
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Nov. 18-20
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$400
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Nov. 21
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$200
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Nov. 22
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$200
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Nov. 22
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$200
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DISCOUNTS & CUSTOM SCHEDULING
• Attend three days of classes and receive the fourth and fifth days at a 50% discount.
• All of the above courses are available upon request at Petzl America or a location of your choosing. Please contact Petzl America for a pricing quote and course availability: training@petzl.com or (801) 926-1587.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Belaying a Climber: Responsibility and Techniques
1 day, $200
Objectives:
• Review the roles and responsibilities of a belayer
• Provide the tools to demonstrate and transmit proper belaying techniques
• Provide a structured, modular practical awareness program
Audience:
• Climbers and mountaineers
• Climbing instructors and mountain guides
• Climbing wall supervisors
• Recreational climbing product salesforce
Prerequisites:
• Experienced lead climber
Training materials and certificate:
• Technical documents
• Certificate of attendance
Dates offered:
• June 14
• September 13
• November 22
Download information and logistics packet (pdf - 125k)
Petzl I'D / RIG - Workshop
1 day, $200
Objectives:
• Discover the multi-function I’D and RIG industrial rope ascender/descenders and their proper methods of use
• Explore the benefits of the I’D/RIG through hands-on experience and drop-test simulations
• Compare the I’D/RIG to others systems when used in rescue and descent control applications
Audience:
• Work-at-height and rescue professionals
• Tower and rope access technicians, trainers, assessors, and supervisors
• Rescue and rope access equipment salesforce
Prerequisites:
• To participate in the practical sessions, you must have an understanding and practical experience of work-at-height, rescue, and/or fall-arrest basics.
Training materials and certificate:
• Technical documents
• Certificate of attendance
Dates offered:
• June 14
• September 13
• November 22
Download information and logistics packet (pdf - 125k)
Tower Access and Rescue - Workshop
1 day, $200
Objectives:
• Focus on tower access and rescue procedures:
- Ladder / tower climbing techniques
- Fall protection and work-positioning methods
- Rigging, hauling, and lowering systems
- Accessing, stabilizing, and rescuing a fallen/incapacitated worker
• Note: this course meets prerequisite requirement for Mobile Fall Arrester and ID / RIG courses
Audience:
• Tower climbers
• Rope access technicians, trainers and assessors
• Work-at-height equipment salesforce
• Rescue professionals
Prerequisites:
• Basic understanding of fall protection
Training materials and certificate:
• Technical documents
• Certificate of attendance
Dates offered:
• June 11
• November 19
Download information and logistics packet (pdf - 125k)
Rope Access - Workshop
1 day, $200
Objectives:
• Obtain an overview of technical rope access skills and equipment
• Learn how a limited amount of equipment can be used to accomplish a variety of tasks
• Demonstrate the strengths and limitations of key pieces of equipment via drop tests
• Meets prerequisites requirement for Mobile Fall Arrester and I’D / RIG courses
Audience:
• Rope access equipment salesforce
• Work-at-height technicians, trainers, and supervisors
Prerequisites:
• Basic understanding of fall protection
Training materials and certificate:
• Technical documents
• Certificate of attendance
Dates offered:
• June 12
• November 19
Download information and logistics packet (pdf - 125k)
Mobile Fall Arrester: Myths Versus Realities
1 day, $200
Objectives:
• To review the roles and applications of mobile fall arresters
• To introduce, demonstrate, and explore with the advantages and limitation of various systems
• To discuss myths and realities and answer recurrent questions
Audience:
• Rope access technicians, trainers, and assessors
• Fall arrest workers and instructors
• Rescue professionals
• Sales force and specialized retailers
Prerequisites:
• To participate in the practical sessions, you must have an understanding of and practical experience with rope access and fall arrest basics
Training materials and certificate:
• Technical documents
• Certificate of attendance
Dates offered:
• June 13
• September 12
• November 21
Download information and logistics packet (pdf - 125k)
Tree Care Basics: Arboriculture on Rope
3 days, $600
Objectives:
• Understand the unique environment of tree care on rope
• Explain the differences between tree care and rope access or fall arrest
• Introduce specialized equipment, techniques, and industry best practices
• Experience the fundamental techniques and the use of specialized equipment
• Improve understanding of your customer’s needs
(Note: this module will not make you a professional arborist!)
Audience:
• Tree care market sales force
• Retail sales teams
Prerequisites:
• Practical experience of vertical activities on rope
Training materials and certificate:
• Technical documents
• Certificate of attendance
• Verification of learning
Dates offered:
• September 9 - 11
Download information and logistics packet (pdf - 125k)
EXO Personal Escape System
3 days, $600
Objectives:
• Discover the EXO Personal Escape System, its components and functions
• Experience and demonstrate the proper deployment, use, and inspection of the EXO Personal Escape System
• Complete a written and practical examination on the proper deployment, use, and inspection of the EXO Personal Escape System
Audience:
• Firefighters
• Firefighter trainers
Prerequisites:
• Active duty firefighter or firefighter trainer with basic understanding of work at height equipment
Training materials and certificate:
• Technical documents
• Certificate of attendance
Dates offered:
• October 8 - 10
Download information and logistics packet (pdf - 125k)
PPE Inspection: Competent Person
3 days, $400
Objectives
• Cover all aspects of care, maintenance, and inspection of personal protective equipment
• Learn practical techniques and procedures required to conduct thorough examinations, produce inspection reports, and specify corrective action when needed
• Identify considerations for creating a management system for tracking life-safety equipment
• Prepare for and take a written and practical exam
Audience:
• Users and managers of equipment for activities at height (recreational climbing, aerial courses, high-angle rescue, industrial rope access, and fall protection, etc.)
Prerequisites:
• Basic understanding of equipment for activities at height
Training materials and certificate:
• Technical Documents
• PPE Inspection – Competent Person certification
Dates offered:
• June 10 - 12
• September 9 - 11
• November 18 - 20
Download information and logistics packet (pdf - 125k)
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