ITCC Gear Inspection Information

ISA maintains guidelines regarding competition gear inspection requirements for climbers and volunteers. All competitors and all volunteers who will be working aloft during a competition or its set-up must submit to an inspection of all equipment and equipment systems before entering an event safety zone.

ISA affiliated competitions are expected to implement a gear inspection process using the guidelines and inspection form.

Gear Check CEU Quiz

What to expect during gear inspection

Gear Inspection Form

Gear Check Tech Guide 

Gear Check How To - Updated 21 January 2026 

Gear Check Quick Ref - Updated 21 January 2026 

Gear Check Competitor Guide

Event Equipment Use Spreadsheet

Quick Reference Guide QR Code - Updated 21 January 2026 

For questions regarding gear inspection requirements email ITCC.