Invasive species control / eradradation TAB.
Rope access techniques allow certified technicians to reach areas where traditional access methods (like scaffolding or heavy machinery) are impossible or too disruptive to the environment
Invasive species control / eradradation TAB.
Rope access techniques allow certified technicians to reach areas where traditional access methods (like scaffolding or heavy machinery) are impossible or too disruptive to the environment
Key applications include:
- Targeted access: Technicians can access specific plants on rock faces or steep terrain with minimal ground disturbance.
- Species identification and treatment: IRATA level 1,2&3 with personnel with PA1/PA6 certifications for the safe and correct application of pesticides or stem injection methods.
- Physical removal: In ecologically sensitive areas, physical hand-pulling or using non-powered tools like pruning saws is often employed to minimize chemical use.
- Surveys and monitoring: Rope access facilitates ecological surveys to identify and monitor invasive non-native species (INNS) before, during, and after control efforts.
Common Species Targeted
Specialist rope access teams are deployed to manage aggressive and disruptive plants,
including:
- Japanese Knotweed
- Himalayan Balsam
- Rhododendron ponticum
- Giant Hogweed
- New Zealand Pigmyweed (NZ Pygmyweed)
Key Benefits
The use of IRATA rope access for this work offers several advantages:
Safety
Operatives follow strict IRATA guidelines ensuring high safety standards.
Minimal environmental impact:
The method reduces the need for intrusive
equipment and large-scale site setup, preserving sensitive habitats.
Efficiency and cost-effectiveness:
Quick setup and dismantling times can reduce
overall project costs compared to other access methods
Access to difficult terrain:
It is ideal for areas that are otherwise inaccessible,
such as cliffs, gorges, and remote conservation sites.
Providing Invasive species control / eradradation throughout Ireland.
