Vision
To be the leading rope access service provider in the Philippines and Asia-Pacific, recognized for safety, reliability, and technical excellence.
About Us
RETM Maintenance Rope Access Services is a professional service provider specializing in industrial rope access solutions. We are committed to delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective alternatives to traditional access methods such as scaffolding and heavy equipment. With a team of highly trained IRATA-certified technicians, RETM provides innovative solutions for inspection, maintenance, repair, and specialized access projects across various industries, including oil & gas, marine, construction, and power generation. Our strength lies in combining technical expertise, strict safety compliance, and reliable service delivery to meet and exceed client expectations.
Mission
- To provide high-quality rope access services that ensure safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
- To uphold the highest standards of safety and environmental responsibility.
- To continuously invest in the training and development of our people.
- To build long-term partnerships with our clients based on trust and proven results.
Core Value
- Safety First – We prioritize safety in every task and decision.
- Integrity – We deliver services with honesty and accountability.
- Excellence – We strive for precision, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Teamwork – We achieve more by working together with our clients and colleagues.
Our Services
- Rope Access Inspection & Maintenance
- Industrial & Structural Cleaning
- Cargo Hold Cleaning (Marine Industry)
- NDT & Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement
- Painting & Surface Preparation
- Installation of Cables, Pipelines, and Equipment
- Welding & Mechanical Works at Height
- Rescue & Safety Standby Services
- Customized Rope Access Solutions
- Local Rope Access Training
Industries We Serve
- Oil & Gas (Onshore & Offshore)
- Shipping & Marine
- Power Plants & Utilities
- Construction & Infrastructure
- Telecommunications
- Manufacturing & Industrial Facilities
- Blade Inspection and Composite Repair
- Confined Space Entry and Rescue
- PPE Inspection
Quality Statement
RETM Maintenance Rope Access Services recognizes that the disciplines of Quality, Health and Safety, and Environmental Management are integral to its management function. The organization views these as a primary responsibility and as key to good business in adopting appropriate quality standards.
The organization's quality policy calls for continuous improvement in its quality management activities and business will be conducted according to these principles:
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Follow a concept of continuous improvement and make the best use of our management resources in all quality matters.
- Communicate our quality objectives and performance throughout the company and to interested parties.
- Take due care to ensure that activities are safe for employees, associates, subcontractors, and others.
- Work closely with customers and suppliers to establish the highest quality standards.
- Adopt a forward-looking view on future business decisions that may impact quality.
- Train our staff in the needs and responsibilities of quality management.
Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)
Safety is at the core of RETM operations. Our rope access system is built on redundancy, safe work procedures, and continuous monitoring. We conduct:
- Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) & Method Statements
- Emergency Rescue Planning for all projects
- Regular Equipment Inspections & Certification
- Ongoing Training & Safety Drills
- Control of health and safety risks arising from our work activities.
- Consultation with employees on matters affecting their health and safety.
- Safe plant and equipment, and safe handling and use of substances.
- Information, instruction, supervision and adequate training for employees.
- Prevention of accidents and work-related ill health.
- Safe and healthy working conditions, with regular policy reviews.
CLIENTS & PROJECTS
- Malampaya Offshore Platform – SWP
- JG Summit Petrochemical Corporation
- Three60 Energy FPSO / Rubicon Intrepid
- JG Summit Stage 1 Expansion Project
- Prime Energy
- MDC – Makati Development Corporation
- Vestas – Global Leader in Sustainable Energy
- MDBI – MDBI Construction Corporation
- Alveo Land Corporation
- Taal Volcano Area Rescue
- KFC Building Batangas City
- Pontefino Hotel and Residences
- Sampaguita Farm
What Is Rope Access System?
The primary purpose of rope access is to enable workers to access difficult-to-reach locations without scaffolding, cradles, or aerial platforms.
A rope access technician uses ropes to descend, ascend, or traverse while held in place by a harness, and sometimes a rope access work seat as well.
Rope access first came into use for industrial work in the 1980s. Since then, trade associations like IRATA and SPRAT have codified it, turning it into a tested and reliable method for reaching difficult work locations.
Rope Access Safety System
To satisfy rope access safety requirements, technicians commonly use several redundancies to ensure they remain safe in case part of their equipment fails.
Two common redundancies are a backup fall-arrest system using a working rope and a safety rope, and additional anchor points including a primary anchor and two backup anchor points.
Rope access can reduce the time workers are exposed to risk and minimize the impact on surrounding operations.
List Of Fall Protection Equipment
Information Of Fall Protection Equipment Set-up
Our Rope Access Services
RETM Maintenance Rope Access Services works in the Energy or Power Generation Industry for repairs and preventive maintenance.
Our specialty in the Energy sector includes:
- Installation of safety catch nets.
- Application of protective coatings and lining materials.
- Non-destructive testing (NDT) and structural testing services to help determine the structural integrity of industrial chimneys, smokestacks, or other generating plant structures.
- Bolting and torquing.
- HP, UHP cleaning, and boiler washing.
- Work at Heights Rescue.
- Rigging services.
- Silos, tanks, vessels and cooling tower cleaning and maintenance.
- Wind turbine cleaning, painting, and blade repair.
- Lightning protection installation, repair and replacement on tall structures.
- Cable pulling and trunking installation.
- Piping and jet lines on jack-up rigs.
- Sandblasting.
- Welding installation.
- Sand and grit blasting.
- Steel erection.
- Video and photographic surveys.
- Insulation removal and replacement.
- Beam and structural replacements throughout oil rig derrick structures and platforms.
Other Rope Access Services
- Industrial painting including airless spray painting.
- Fiber optic installations and various lighting applications and installation.
- Mastic sealant application.
- Building cleaning.
- Field Water Test AAMA 501.2.
- Installation maintenance.
- Panel, glass and billboard replacement installation.
- Erection and installation of protective screen and visor netting.
- Erection and maintenance of tensile fabric canopy structures.
- Removal and installation of vent lines.
- Aircraft warning light installation.
- Glass panel installation.
- Fabrication maintenance.
- Window cleaning.
- Waterproofing.
- Banner frame erection.
- Panel washing/cleaning.
- Roofing repair and replacement.
- PVC banner installation and removal.
- Vinyl application and removal.
- Cladding installation.
- Signage installation and replacement.
- Blind installation, repair and removal.
- Gutter cleaning, spray painting, sheeting replacement, safety net installation and electrical work.
- In-house rope access local training.
What is Rope Access Training
Industrial Abseiling Course Designed to Help Organizations and Operatives Meet the International Standards of Work Height Regulations via Rope Access System
We offer in-house Rope Access training courses at RETM Maintenance Rope Access Services, conducted in accordance with IRATA guidelines to ensure the highest quality training. This preparation equips trainees to handle various situations in the workplace effectively.
Local Rope Access courses cover levels 1, 2, and 3, ranging from basic training at level 1 to advanced competency at levels 2 and 3. These courses enable delegates to work safely at heights using diverse rope techniques, with levels 2 and 3 building on these foundational skills.
Our local Rope Access training on rigging, combined with an engineered anchor selection program, ensures flexibility while upholding the highest safety standards.
The training courses span a minimum of 30 hours over 4 days. Geared toward individuals unafraid of heights and aspiring to become Rope Access technicians, the course serves as preparation for assessment and qualification as IRATA-certified technicians capable of performing a specified range of rope access tasks.
Conducted by certified IRATA Rope Access Level 3 Trainee Instructor expert, Mr. Ed Atienza, with IRATA no.: 3/5140t. All IRATA-certified technicians receive a unique IRATA number during their initial assessment. This number, along with the technician’s surname, allows verification of their level and expiry date through the “Technician Check” feature on the IRATA website.
Rope Access Method vs Scaffolding
COST – EFFECTIVENESS
One of the most important things when it comes to any construction project is time. The more efficiently things are done on a site, the less time and money are wasted.
The construction of scaffolding, on all counts, is more costly. It requires specialized equipment that needs to be transported and constructed, which takes time. Deconstruction is also time-consuming, making it an unappealing option when deadlines are tight.
The time needed to set up rope access, on the other hand, is far shorter. Industrial rope access also needs significantly less equipment and is made up of less costly materials.
ENHANCED SAFETY MEASURES
At first glance, rope access methods might seem more dangerous, but they are among the safest options for working at height.
Technicians are rigged to two separate ropes as a precautionary measure. One acts as the mainline, while the other acts as a fail-safe should the mainline fail. Tools are also tethered to technicians in case they are dropped, preventing injuries from falling tools.
Given their high standards of required training, rope access professionals exercise proper safety protocol.
FLEXIBILITY
Depending on the architecture and design of a building, there are parts of it that can be difficult to access even with scaffolding. Rope access rigging takes up very little space, and experienced technicians can reach these difficult spots with ease.
AESTHETICS / MINIMAL DISRUPTION
Rope access is also more friendly to the eyes, as the structure of a building is not covered by scaffolding. It allows repairs and maintenance to be performed without drawing too much attention and allows minimal disruption to building operations.
CONCLUSION
While scaffolding is highly unlikely to go away in construction, industrial rope access should be considered for repair, high-rise glazing, or maintenance projects. Rope access is cost-effective, space-saving, time-efficient, and safe.
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