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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.
From Petzl: PRODUCT RECALL: TRAC CLUB TROLLEY Recall of TRAC CLUB trolleys (P023AB00 and P023AB01) due to a risk of breakage that could cause a fatal fall. Immediately stop using the trolleys affected by this recall. MARCH 22 2022 Photo: TRAC CLUB We are recalling the TRAC CLUB... Continue Reading
Process Design Task Force & Executive Director hiring Update! The Process Design Task Force (PDTF) was formed in September with the purpose of: Reviewing and updating the process, documents, and procedures pertaining to the recruitment, interview, and hiring of Association for Challenge... Continue Reading
From Petzl: SCORPIO EASHOOK LANYARD RECALL Recall of SCORPIO EASHOOK (L060BA00) lanyards, sold individually or as part of the KIT VIA FERRATA EASHOOK (K029DA00 and K029DA01), due to risk of carabiner gate malfunction. Immediately stop using the products affected by this recall. NOVEMBER 15... Continue Reading
This is a Webinar video to inform the general public and individuals interested in understanding Operations Accreditation Program. Continue Reading
ANSI Procedures require notification of ANSI by ANSI-accredited standards developers (ASD) of the initiation and scope of activities expected to result in new or revised American National Standards (ANS). Early notification of activity intended to reaffirm or withdraw an ANS and in some instances... Continue Reading
As the challenge course industry continues to grow and as the field matures, the need for documentation of the efficacy of challenge course usage increases. ACCT does not conduct research, but does seek to connect the research data collected with those operating challenge... Continue Reading
The State of Utah Amusement Ride Safety Committee has continued to meet and address the implementation of Utah’s new amusement ride safety law. In a meeting on August 11, 2021, the committee adopted ASTM 2959-21 Section 5 for zip lines used in public settings for regulation with in the... Continue Reading
Who is TIRE? Why does it exist? What work is being done now? How can you contribute? Continue Reading
The following statement was received by ACCT on July 20, 2021 as the body of an email from ERi Head office. A PDF version of the statement is provided HERE. 20 July 21 Joint Statement // Head Rush Technologies & Experiential Resources Head Rush Technologies and Experiential Resources (ERi) ... Continue Reading
On July 12, 2021, Experiential Resources, inc. released a statement describing a failure incident with a Head Rush TruBlue Speed Auto Belay device at a camp in the eastern United States. The notice can be found here. On July 15, 2021, HeadRush released a statement about the failure. Owners of... Continue Reading
On July 16, 2021 the Oklahoma Department of Labor published a letter describing the benefits of the “Safety Saves” OSHA Consultation program. The program is described in the attached letter. Oklahoma business may find it useful to review this program and apply for it services. Continue Reading
CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS – With the announcement by the ACCT Executive Director that he will be stepping down from his role in April, 2022, and as ACCT transitions to a new phase for the organization, we are assembling a Task Force to review and update the hiring process, documents, and... Continue Reading
