Safety-led delivery
A structured approach to rope access safety
Work at height demands a disciplined approach.
At Evolve, safety is embedded into every stage of our rope access operations, from initial planning through to execution and review.
All work is planned and delivered in accordance with applicable legislation and recognised industry standards. Hazards and risk are systematically identified, assessed and controlled to protect our personnel, site personnel, members of the public, and our clients’ operations.
With over 25 years of industry experience, we provide practical, proportionate safety solutions that support reliable, compliant, and efficient delivery.
Ensuring safety at height
In 2024/25, falls from height accounted for over 25% of UK worker fatalities, reinforcing the importance of a structured and professional approach to work at height.
At Evolve, safety is embedded in how we plan and deliver every project. We establish and maintain a Safe System of Work (SSOW) through competent management, detailed planning, effective supervision, verified personnel competence, and the use of appropriate, well-maintained equipment.
This approach allows us to reduce risk, maintain compliance, and deliver work at height safely and consistently.
IRATA Certified rope access professionals
Our team, including: IOSH Working at Height managers, IRATA Level 3 Safety supervisors, and IRATA lead instructors ensures a professional approach to management, supervision and delivery.
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Working at Height Regulations 2005
Sets out the legal framework for employers and workers to follow, focusing on planning, risk management, and implementing safety measures for work at height. -
IRATA International Code of Practice
Provides the global standard for industrial rope access, including techniques, training, and certification, ensuring safe and effective work at height practices. -
ISO 22846 1&2 – Code of Practice for Rope Access Systems
Offers international guidelines for the planning, organisation, and execution of rope access work, covering system design, equipment use, and rescue procedures. -
BS 7985 Code of Practice for Industrial Rope Access
Establishes British standards for rope access work, outlining procedures, equipment requirements, and safety practices to ensure consistent and reliable operations.
Planning and equipment safety
Effective planning and appropriate equipment selection are fundamental to safe rope access operations. At Evolve, both are treated as critical controls, not administrative tasks.
Planning approach:
Each project begins with a structured pre-start site assessment to identify access requirements, constraints, and site-specific hazards. From this, we develop task-specific risk assessments and method statements that define controls, responsibilities, and safe working practices.
Equipment selection and control:
Equipment selection is driven by the findings of the risk assessment and the demands of the task. All equipment is reviewed for suitability in relation to its intended use, user competence, working environment, and manufacturer instructions. This ensures equipment is appropriate, compliant, and correctly applied for each operation.
Nation-wide locations
Supporting inspection, maintenance and repair activities across the UK.
25 years’ experience
Depth of practical knowledge gained across commercial, industrial and infrastructure environments.
IRATA certified
All operational personnel are IRATA qualified to the appropriate level.
Planned delivery
Work is planned and delivered with clear consideration of access, risk and live operations.
Why choose Evolve Rope Access
A measured, professional approach to safety at height.
At Evolve, safety underpins every aspect of our rope access operations. We deliver well-engineered access and safety solutions, applied with consistency, professionalism, and clear accountability.
Our work is planned and executed in line with recognised industry standards, with continual review of methods and controls to ensure risks are properly identified, managed, and reduced—for our teams and for our clients’ assets.
- Experience and qualified oversight:
With over 25 years’ industry experience, our capability is supported by IRATA Level 3 Safety Supervisors, senior instructors, and IOSH-qualified managers. This ensures competent planning, supervision, training, and delivery across a wide range of environments and project types. - Professional, delivery-focused mindset:
We take a practical, disciplined approach to rope access. Projects are delivered efficiently, reliably, and safely, with clear communication and a focus on meeting programme and quality expectations. - Standards-led safety management:
All works are carried out in accordance with relevant regulations and standards, including The Work at Height Regulations 2005, IRATA ICOP, and ISO 22846. Compliance is not treated as a minimum requirement, but as a baseline for consistent, high-quality delivery. - Proven capability in complex environments:
Our experience includes urban high-rise structures, oil and gas facilities and process industries, and Upper Tier COMAH sites. This allows us to adapt rope access solutions to suit the specific operational, safety, and regulatory requirements of each project.
Companies we’ve worked with
No-obligation pre-start site visits
Our no-obligation pre-start site visits allow us to understand the work scope, the structure and the operating environment. This enables hazards and risk to be identified and controlled before work begins.
This typically includes:
- Site-specific hazard identification
- Anchor point assessment
- Debris and dropped-object risk management
- Environmental and operational factor assessment
- Rescue planning and verification
- Third-party protection
