Job requirements Rope Access Technician (RAT) in Canada

Find out what you typically need to work as a rope access technician (RAT) in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Other trades and related occupations, n.e.c. (NOC 72999).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • Completion of secondary school is usually required.
  • Completion of a two- to four-year apprenticeship program in a relevant trade, such as locksmith or saw fitter or college, high school or industry courses combined with several years of related work experience or several years of on-the-job training are required.
  • Trade certification for locksmiths is available, but voluntary, in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
  • Sawfiler/fitter and sawfitter trade certification is available, but voluntary, in Quebec, British Columbia and the Yukon.
  • Provincial trade certification or licensing may be required for other occupations in this unit group.
  • Commercial divers must meet the requirements of CSA Standard Z275.4-02, Competency Standard for Diving Operations.
  • Commercial divers require an Occupational Diver Certificate of Competency issued by the Diver Certification Board of Canada (DCBC) or qualification earned through a formal education program, training courses in diving or a combination of education and practical experience.
  • Commercial divers require certification of competency and a diving medical examination from an approved hyperbaric physician.
  • Commercial divers may require military or police diving experience.
  • Commercial divers usually require a provincial blaster's licence for the setting and detonation of explosives.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

Alberta

Job title Oil & Gas Transportation Services ( Bed Truck Operators, Bulk Haul Truck Operators, Multi Wheel Truck Operators, Supervisors And Winch Tractor Operators)
Regulated

British Columbia

Job title Driver (oil And Gas Industry)
Regulated
Regulatory body: Worksafe BC

Ontario

Job title Propane Truck Operator
Regulated
Job title Tractor-trailer Commercial Driver
Regulated
Regulatory body: Skilled Tades Ontario

Saskatchewan

Job title Truck Driver
Regulated

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

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