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Click for General Statement on Incident Response

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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Consensus Body Meeting 2026-08-13
Consensus Body Meeting 2026-08-13

A meeting of the appointed Consensus Body members will be held virtually on August 13, 2026, at 12 pm Mountain, with the purpose including: membership concerns reviewing any received applications review work as part of the current project new business Meeting Date: August 13,... Continue Reading

Date posted07/16/2026


Consensus Body Meeting 2026-07-30
Consensus Body Meeting 2026-07-30

A meeting of the appointed Consensus Body members will be held virtually on July 30, 2026, at 12 pm Mountain, with the purpose including: membership concerns reviewing any received applications review work as part of the current project new business Meeting Date: July 30, 2026Time:... Continue Reading

Date posted07/2/2026


ISC Product Support Update REFLEX
ISC Product Support Update REFLEX

We've received this update on a notice originally published in April 2026 from ISC Solutions in Metal: To all REFLEX climbers, Thank you for your continued support of the REFLEX and for the feedback many of you have provided since our previous communication. The information shared by users... Continue Reading

Date posted06/19/2026


Consensus Body Meeting 2026-07-16
Consensus Body Meeting 2026-07-16

A meeting of the appointed Consensus Body members will be held virtually on July 16, 2026, at 12 pm Mountain, with the purpose including: membership concerns reviewing any received applications review work as part of the current project new business Meeting Date: July 16, 2026Time:... Continue Reading

Date posted06/18/2026


New High 5 Book Release
New High 5 Book Release

When in Doubt… Give Them Your HeartStories and insights that remind us: the most powerful leadership tool is human connection.Written by Jim Grout, When in Doubt… Give Them Your Heart is a collection of real stories from classrooms, boardrooms, and beyond—each one rooted in the... Continue Reading

Date posted06/15/2026


Consensus Body Meeting 2026-06-18 - CANCELLED
Consensus Body Meeting 2026-06-18 - CANCELLED

A meeting of the appointed Consensus Body members will be held virtually on June 18, 2026, at 12 pm Mountain, with the purpose including: membership concerns reviewing any received applications review work as part of the current project new business Meeting Date: June 18, 2026Time: 12:00 pm... Continue Reading

Date posted05/21/2026


Inspector Certification Prep Course
Inspector Certification Prep Course

Preparing for Success: Understanding the ACCT Inspector Certification Prep Course The ACCT Inspector Certification Program is designed to validate the knowledge, experience, and competencies expected of professional inspectors working within the challenge course, canopy tour, and adventure... Continue Reading

Date posted05/19/2026


Consensus Body Meeting 2026-06-04
Consensus Body Meeting 2026-06-04

A meeting of the appointed Consensus Body members will be held virtually on June 4, 2026, at 12 pm Mountain, with the purpose including: membership concerns reviewing any received applications review work as part of the current project new business Meeting Date: June 4, 2026Time:... Continue Reading

Date posted05/7/2026


Edelrid: General safety notice for OHM II, OHMEGA, and FUSE
Edelrid: General safety notice for OHM II, OHMEGA, and FUSE

From Edelrid: To users of EDELRID’s OHM II, OHMEGA, and FUSE products Background A screw that had been installed incorrectly was discovered. On the following products OHMEGA... Continue Reading

Date posted05/6/2026


Consensus Body Meeting 2026-05-21
Consensus Body Meeting 2026-05-21

A meeting of the appointed Consensus Body members will be held virtually on May 21, 2026, at 12 pm Mountain, with the purpose including: membership concerns reviewing any received applications review work as part of the current project new business Meeting Date: May 21, 2026Time:... Continue Reading

Date posted04/23/2026


Public Review Period on revision of ACCT Standards
Public Review Period on revision of ACCT Standards

Update on ACCT's latest actions as an Accredited Standard Developer: Public Review Period on latest revision of ACCT Standards opens today, April 17, 2026 and ends on June 1, 2026 ACCT (ACCT International)RevisionBSR/ACCT 03-202x, Challenge Courses and Canopy / Zip Line Tours Standards... Continue Reading

Date posted04/17/2026


Thank You Volunteers
Thank You Volunteers

ACCT Staff Appreciation: Thank You to Our Incredible International Volunteers! From all of us on the ACCT staff, we want to extend a warm and heartfelt thank you to every one of our dedicated volunteers. Your continued dedication, expertise, and passion make a tremendous difference. Your generous... Continue Reading

Postedby Melissa Webb
Date posted04/15/2026