The TEEX Utilities Program offers “At Height” training courses to industry professionals. Available training for private sector organizations, county, and local agencies covers not only industry fundamentals but also advanced training topics. Training areas covered range from cell tower climbing to tower rescue, and rope access. Training covers safety, climbing principles, and equipment.

Skills learned can be utilized in several industries, to include:

Rope Access (SPRAT)

Tower Rescue

Tower Technician

A TEEX SPRAT participant practices rope access techniques while suspended on the training structure.
A TEEX SPRAT participant practices rope access techniques while suspended on the training structure.

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Rope AccessCEL301Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians
SPRAT Level 1, 2, and 3 Certification is designed to provide an overview of the skills required to successfully complete Society of Processional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT) Level 1, 2, or 3 certification. This course consists of four days of hands-on technique practice followed by one day of instruction for evaluation and a practical exam. Our Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT) training is eligible for use of VA Education Benefits.NOTE:  Only SPRAT Level 1 training is eligible.SPRAT Level 1, 2, and 3 Certification consists of the following three courses:SPRAT Level 1 CertificationSPRAT Level 2 Certification – Can be taken six months after Level 1 certification AND 500 hours accruedSPRAT Level 3 Certification – Can be taken six months after Level 2 certification AND 500 hours accruedUpon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to perform respective level 1, 2, or 3 SPRAT tasks. Show less
SPRAT Level 1, 2, and 3 Certification is designed to provide an overview of the skills required to successfully complete Society of Processional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT) Level 1, 2, or 3 certification. This course consists of four days of hands-on technique practice followed by one day… Show more

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Rope AccessCEL400Fundamental Tower Rescue
CEL400, Fundamental Tower Rescue, is designed to provide an overview of the “must-know” skills, knowledge, and abilities necessary to rescue an individual from height on a utility tower. This course conforms to the NSFPA 1006.2021 Tower Rescue Skills Standard for awareness, operations, and technical information, as well as ANSI Z359, Z87, and Z89 standards. After completing this course, participants will be familiar with the nationally recognized safe work practices, precautions, basic safe work procedures, and regulatory compliance measures relevant to rescue from a tower or structure. Show less
CEL400, Fundamental Tower Rescue, is designed to provide an overview of the “must-know” skills, knowledge, and abilities necessary to rescue an individual from height on a utility tower. This course conforms to the NSFPA 1006.2021 Tower Rescue Skills Standard for awareness, operations, and… Show more

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Rope AccessCEL410Advanced Tower Rescue
The Advanced Tower Rescue course is designed to teach participants an overview of the skills, knowledge, and abilities necessary to rescue an individual from height on a utility tower while utilizing small team tactics. This course conforms to the NSFPA 1006.2021 Tower Rescue Skills Standard for awareness, operations, and technical information, as well as ANSI Z359, Z87, and Z89 standards. After completing this course, participants will be familiar with the nationally recognized safe work practices, precautions, basic safe work procedures, and regulatory compliance measures relevant to rescue from a tower or structure. Show less
The Advanced Tower Rescue course is designed to teach participants an overview of the skills, knowledge, and abilities necessary to rescue an individual from height on a utility tower while utilizing small team tactics. This course conforms to the NSFPA 1006.2021 Tower Rescue Skills Standard… Show more

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Tower RescueCEL400Fundamental Tower Rescue
CEL400, Fundamental Tower Rescue, is designed to provide an overview of the “must-know” skills, knowledge, and abilities necessary to rescue an individual from height on a utility tower. This course conforms to the NSFPA 1006.2021 Tower Rescue Skills Standard for awareness, operations, and technical information, as well as ANSI Z359, Z87, and Z89 standards. After completing this course, participants will be familiar with the nationally recognized safe work practices, precautions, basic safe work procedures, and regulatory compliance measures relevant to rescue from a tower or structure. Show less
CEL400, Fundamental Tower Rescue, is designed to provide an overview of the “must-know” skills, knowledge, and abilities necessary to rescue an individual from height on a utility tower. This course conforms to the NSFPA 1006.2021 Tower Rescue Skills Standard for awareness, operations, and… Show more

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Tower RescueCEL410Advanced Tower Rescue
The Advanced Tower Rescue course is designed to teach participants an overview of the skills, knowledge, and abilities necessary to rescue an individual from height on a utility tower while utilizing small team tactics. This course conforms to the NSFPA 1006.2021 Tower Rescue Skills Standard for awareness, operations, and technical information, as well as ANSI Z359, Z87, and Z89 standards. After completing this course, participants will be familiar with the nationally recognized safe work practices, precautions, basic safe work procedures, and regulatory compliance measures relevant to rescue from a tower or structure. Show less
The Advanced Tower Rescue course is designed to teach participants an overview of the skills, knowledge, and abilities necessary to rescue an individual from height on a utility tower while utilizing small team tactics. This course conforms to the NSFPA 1006.2021 Tower Rescue Skills Standard… Show more

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Tower TechnicianCEL100Tower Technician Level One
The Tower Technician Level One course answers the need for qualified technicians with comprehensive cutting edge technical training provided to participants with an interest in the industry. This VA Education Benefits Eligible course gives you a challenging two-week, 88-hour learning experience. In addition to traditional classroom training, each participant has the opportunity to engage in multiple field exercises and other hands-on training scenarios; all followed by scenario testing used to determine student comprehension. Registered participants will be challenged physically during this intensive technical training program and should be prepared for climbing exercises while carrying specialized tools used to perform tower prop installation tasks. Successful graduates are eligible for the Tower Apprentice Program supported by industry hiring partners. All qualified students will have the opportunity to become a member of a four-person team responsible for deploying next generation Wireless Networks. Show less
The Tower Technician Level One course answers the need for qualified technicians with comprehensive cutting edge technical training provided to participants with an interest in the industry. This VA Education Benefits Eligible course gives you a challenging two-week, 88-hour learning… Show more
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