The Science of Safety at Height
To the untrained eye, hanging by a rope seems dangerous. In reality, industrial rope access is a highly regulated system of work with an impressive safety record. At Astro Alpin, we follow the strictest international and local guidelines.
The "Two-Rope" Rule
The golden rule of industrial climbing is redundancy.
- Working Line: Supports the technician's weight.
- Safety Line (Backup): A completely independent rope attached to a separate backup device (ASAP lock). If the working line were to fail (which is extremely rare), the backup catches the climber instantly.
Equipment Standards
We don't use sport climbing gear. We use industrial-rated equipment.
- Harnesses: Full-body harnesses with multiple attachment points designed for suspension trauma relief.
- Carabiners: Auto-locking steel or alloy connectors that require three distinct movements to open.
- Helmets: Industrial helmets compliant with EN 397/EN 12492 standards.
The Anchor Point
A chain is only as strong as its weakest link. The anchor is the foundation.
- We inspect building anchors (eye bolts) before use.
- If no permanent anchors exist, we construct temporary, load-sharing anchor systems using structural beams or columns.
- Every anchor must hold a minimum load (typically 15kN).
Planning and Rescue
Before any ropes are rigged, we create a Rescue Plan.
- Every technician is trained to rescue an incapacitated colleague.
- We never work alone. A minimum team size of two is mandatory.
- We carry rescue kits on every harness.
When you hire Astro Alpin, you are hiring a team that prioritizes life above all else.