SINGLE-PITCH ENDORSEMENT

This endorsement is awarded to individuals who have a demonstrated capability in applying skills at height within the context of single-pitch applications.

PACI members with single-pitch endorsements are authorised to:

1. Conduct activities within the scope of their endorsement that do not lead to a formal qualification; and
2. Act as a guide within the scope of their endorsement where no formal training is to take place; and
3. Conduct training activities in single-pitch environments within the scope of their classification & endorsement which lead to a formal qualification.
   

To qualify, an individual must:

1. Be at least 18 years of age; and
2. Be in good physical condition for working at height and submit proof of medical fitness. If a medical examination is required, the form must be signed by a licensed physician and state that the applicant is fit for working at height. The physician signing the form must not be the applicant; and
3. Have been operating in single-pitch environments for 12 months with proof of experience (or its equivalent). For purposes of RPL, experience must be gained in at least twenty (20) different single-pitch routes. When determining minimum experience:
   • belay system must have been established by the applicant; and
   • anchor system must have been installed by the applicant for each route; and
   • equipment for ensuring safety at height for each route must have been selected by the applicant..

4. Have a current recognised qualification in senior first aid and CPR.

5. Critical underpinning knowledge:

-identifying a likely route that will enable safe ground to be reached within the available rope length

-installing an anchor system with no single-point of failure

-identifying hazards that exist on the intended route and implementing measures to control risk

-using a belay system to safeguard self and others (if a leader) while working at height

-selecting equipment that is fit for its intended purpose

Renewal:

1. Annual submission of a completed, signed PACI Membership Renewal Agreement; and
2. Annual PACI membership fees paid.