Rope access is a specialized technique for accessing hard-to-reach areas using ropes and other specialized equipment. The origins of rope access can be traced back to the early days of mountaineering, when climbers used ropes to ascend and descend cliffs and other steep terrain.
Over time, rope access techniques were adapted and refined for use in other industries, such as construction and industrial maintenance. In the late 20th century, rope access began to be used more widely in these fields as a safer and more efficient alternative to scaffolding and other traditional methods of accessing hard-to-reach areas.
Today, rope access is used in a wide range of industries, including construction, oil and gas, renewable energy, and building maintenance. It is considered a valuable tool for safely accessing and working at heights, and is used in a variety of applications, from inspecting bridges and wind turbines to maintaining offshore platforms and power plants.