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KANOPEO Notice (CAREBINER 2 - 2025 V6 or later & SAFEROLLER PPE TROLLEY TYP 3 2025 V3.5 or later)
KANOPEO Notice (CAREBINER 2 - 2025 V6 or later & SAFEROLLER PPE TROLLEY TYP 3 2025 V3.5 or later)

From KANOPEO: At KANOPEO, safety is our number one priority. Since 06.03.2019, KANOPEO has been ISO 9001:2015 certified. This certification has allowed us to improve our development, production, control, information and monitoring processes. These technical bulletins allow you to easily access... Continue Reading

Date posted03/26/2025


ICE Applications are NOW OPEN
ICE Applications are NOW OPEN

Applications are NOW Open for our Spring/Summer Virtual Testing Event! Here’s everything you need to know to get started: Applications are now open as of March 3rd, 2025, but don’t delay—applications are due by May 2nd, 2025. After that, late fees of $150 kick in from May 3rd to... Continue Reading

Postedby Heather Brooks
Date posted03/6/2025


IMPORTANT VOLUNTARY RECALL SWAN EASYFIT STEEL and STAINLESS HARNESS
IMPORTANT VOLUNTARY RECALL SWAN EASYFIT STEEL and STAINLESS HARNESS

Petzl is voluntarily recalling the SWAN EASYFIT STEEL harnesses and SWAN EASYFIT STAINLESS harnesses due to a defect in the FAST LT buckle that could lead to a fatal fall. Please immediately stop using the harnesses affected by this recall. Continue Reading

Date posted03/4/2025


RECALL OF NEWTON, NEWTON FAST, AND NEWTON EASYFIT HARNESSES - EUROPEAN VERSIONS
RECALL OF NEWTON, NEWTON FAST, AND NEWTON EASYFIT HARNESSES - EUROPEAN VERSIONS

Recall of certain batches of the European Version of NEWTON harnesses manufactured in 2022, NEWTON FAST and NEWTON EASYFIT due to a nonconforming batch of FAST LT buckles that could lead to a fatal fall. Immediately stop using the harnesses affected by this recall. Continue Reading

Date posted03/4/2025


Exciting Updates to Operation Accreditation Training Requirements
Exciting Updates to Operation Accreditation Training Requirements

For the past four years, Operation Accreditation has required that all training be conducted and documented by a Qualified Course Professional (QCP) Trainer/Tester. While this contributes to quality training, it has also presented challenges for many operations ✅ The required hours for QCP... Continue Reading

Postedby Heather Brooks
Date posted02/20/2025


ACCT Newsletter 2025-01-02
ACCT Newsletter 2025-01-02

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Date posted01/2/2025


Vendor Auditor Training
Vendor Auditor Training

We are still accepting applications for Vendor Auditors! This new role merges the previous Administrative Reviewer (Staff) and Technical Reviewer (Peer Volunteer Reviewer) positions, incorporating more administrative support from the ACCT Staff and Applicant Liaisons. About the Vendor Auditor... Continue Reading

Postedby Heather Brooks
Date posted01/2/2025


ACCT Participates in ATOAI National Conference in India
ACCT Participates in ATOAI National Conference in India

The Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT) was honored to be invited to the national conference hosted by the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI). Held from December 3rd to December 8th in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, the event brought together leaders... Continue Reading

Postedby Lori Stover
Date posted12/30/2024


ACCT Newsletter 2024-12-19
ACCT Newsletter 2024-12-19

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Date posted12/19/2024


What to Expect: Inspector Certification Testing at the Conference
What to Expect: Inspector Certification Testing at the Conference

The Inspector Certification testing event will take place on Sunday, January 26th, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Check-in begins at 8:30 AM in front of Room Hope A. Important Note: You must be pre-approved to enter the testing room. This is a written, in-person test, and no virtual testing... Continue Reading

Postedby Heather Brooks
Date posted12/17/2024


2025 Board Candidates
2025 Board Candidates

Learn more about candidates in the three voting categories: Candidates elected by General Membership Candidates elected by Accredited Vendor Members Candidates elected by Accredited Operation Members Meet the Candidates! Please join the upcoming Open Office Hours on January 6, 2025, at 6 PM... Continue Reading

Date posted12/16/2024


ACCT Newsletter 2024-12-05
ACCT Newsletter 2024-12-05

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Date posted12/5/2024