EXPO Climb activities are open to all registered EXPO attendees 18 and older.
Climbing activities
- Each participant must sign a liability waiver.
- Participants’ equipment must meet all ANSI Z133 requirements. If you are unsure about this, ask a demo representative. A copy of the Z133 Standard shall be available for reference onsite.
- Participants shall not carry handsaws, knives or another item capable of cutting a climbing line. Carrying a battery-powered chain saw with battery removed is acceptable.
- Participants must wear a chin-strap helmet and eye protection at all times while climbing.
- All climbing system components and PPE shall be visually inspected by a qualified person approved by TCIA before any climbing starts.
- Participants must wear clothing and footwear appropriate to the activity.
- Participants must be properly secured against falling at all times when off the floor.
- Participants shall follow all written and/or verbal instructions concerning the use of all climbing system components.
- Participants must use pre-set climb lines and may not install additional lines without show management’s permission.
- Participants should be able to demonstrate knowledge of safety requirements and proper tree climbing techniques.
- Participants demonstrating unsafe acts will be asked to descend to the ground and may not participate in further climbing demonstrations, at the discretion of show management.
- No equipment, including PPE, must not be dropped or thrown from height. Doing so may result in being barred from further participation.
- Descents must smooth and controlled.
- Throw lines, big shots or similar devices may not be used during EXPOClimb or Trade Show hours.
- All rope technicians must be approved by TCIA Show Management prior to TCI EXPO.