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As an ANSI-accredited standards developer for the challenge course and zip line industry, ACCT International establishes consensus-based standards addressing the design, inspection, operation, and training associated with these activities; provides ongoing education and networking opportunities; and offers credentialing programs for vendors, operations, and inspectors.
It would be inappropriate for ACCT to comment on the specific facts of any incident while investigations are ongoing. We support thorough review by the appropriate authorities and encourage all operators to follow applicable regulations and industry standards.
ACCT International does not investigate individual incidents, and it does not determine compliance for specific facilities outside of its formal accreditation programs. Determinations regarding regulatory compliance or operational responsibility are appropriately made by authorities having jurisdiction and investigative bodies.
Your Voice Matters! Exciting Changes Await at the Conference - Join Us for a Sneak Peek at the 2024 Conference Schedule! Monday through Wednesday, our conference will have a familiar feel, but with one exciting addition: a volunteer social! All ACCT annual volunteers are invited to join us for an... Continue Reading
We've already received some incredible workshop proposals, and the anticipation is building as we look forward to even more submissions before the May 31st, 2023 deadline!At the ACCT annual conference, we strive to provide diverse avenues for professional development. While general workshops are a... Continue Reading
We are pleased to announce the promotion of Melissa Webb to the position of Temporary Director of Operations at the ACCT. Melissa has been a valued member of the ACCT staff for nearly ten years and has consistently proven her dedication to our Association and her commitment to the growth... Continue Reading
The ACCT Consensus Group now has two openings in the General Interest Category. If you have an interest in Standards and are wondering if you fit into this category, please read the following definitions of the current categories that make up this group: General Interest: This category includes... Continue Reading
One simple notification is apparently all it takes to trigger every small but incredibly impactful memory from the past five years. “Happy 5-Year Anniversary with ACCT.” It seems like so long ago that I packed up my family, and Curtis the cactus, and moved to start my exhilarating... Continue Reading
We are currently accepting proposals for workshop presentations for the 2024 Conference, to be held in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA. The submission deadline is May 31, 2023.In 2024, we have made adjustments to the session blocks available to optimize our... Continue Reading
ACCT is currently accepting workshop presentation proposals for the 2024 Conference, which will take place in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA. The conference will be held from February 22nd to 25th, 2024, at the Omni Oklahoma City and the Oklahoma City Convention Center. The deadline for submissions... Continue Reading
What is this Program? The Professional Vendor Member Program is the voluntary process in which ACCT grants a Business to Business member recognition for their vended services. To receive this recognition, each service area must meet the predetermined criteria, including business and standards... Continue Reading
The ACCT Consensus Group is seeking applications for new members for this important team in the standards development process. There is a vacant seat in the General Interest category. Those interested in applying should complete the application found below. Please address questions about the... Continue Reading