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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.
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Exciting Enhancements to Our Vendor Accreditation Program
As we work towards our July launch of Vendor Accreditation, we are thrilled to highlight some significant improvements to our Vendor Accreditation Program, designed to bring consistent and reliable audits, greater value for users, and stronger program enforcement. These enhancements ensure... Continue Reading
Postedby Heather Brooks
Date posted06/27/2024
Vendor Auditors
An additional update is the Vendor Auditor. The Administrative and Technical Reviewer roles have been consolidated into a more structured and defined Vendor Auditor role. About the Vendor Auditor Role As a Vendor Auditor, you will play a pivotal role in our re-designed Vendor Accreditation... Continue Reading
Postedby Heather Brooks
Date posted06/27/2024
ACCT and ISO
If you have ever been interested in photography, you may have wondered why shutter speeds are called “ISO levels”. Well, that’s because prior to the digital camera age, you had to buy different types of film for different lighting conditions (ISO400 or ISO800 and so on) and the... Continue Reading
Postedby Korey Hampton
Date posted06/27/2024
New Year, New Sponsor Opportunities!
It’s almost that time! We are excited to announce that we are in the final testing phase of our new registration portals and will be launching registration for the 35th Annual International ACCT Conference & Expo soon! In the meantime, we encourage you to visit the conference website to... Continue Reading
Postedby Brittany Humphrey
Date posted06/27/2024
Annual Membership Dues Increase
We will be implementing a ~11% increase in our annual membership dues effective July 15, 2024. This increase affects all membership categories across the board. https://www.acctinfo.org/membership-information When was the last time membership dues were increased?Our current annual membership dues... Continue Reading
Date posted06/26/2024
Cleveland is Thriving!
The last time we were all in Cleveland, the conditions were less than ideal. Covid had a significant impact, leaving Cleveland with very limited options and a sense of emptiness. But now, I am excited to share that Cleveland is thriving once again! During our conference planning visit, Melissa and... Continue Reading
Postedby Brittany Humphrey
Date posted06/13/2024
PETZL SAFETY INFORMATION: GYM / PANDION / PANJI HARNESSES
UPDATE from Petzl 2024-09-12: Following our Safety Alert communication dated May 14, 2024, Petzl has worked with the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada. In cooperation with these authorities, Petzl has decided to voluntarily recall the GYM, PANDION and PANJI... Continue Reading
Date posted05/14/2024
Share Your Expertise: Be a Presenter at the 2025 ACCT Conference!
Are you an expert in the field? Do you have valuable insights and experiences to share with your peers? If so, we want to hear from you! The deadline for submitting presentation proposals for the 2025 ACCT Conference is fast approaching! You have only 4 weeks left to apply, with the Call for... Continue Reading
Postedby Melissa Webb
Date posted05/8/2024