Operation Accreditation Application

Operation Accreditation Application
Operation Information
Organization Name*
DBA (LIST ALL OTHER LEGAL NAMES FOR THE COMPANY)
ACCT Membership Number*
Organization Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Seeking Accreditation For:*

Challenge CourseZip LineAerial Adventure ParkCanopy Tour
Organization's Website Address
Opening Date for Site: (Site must be in service for 1 year or more)*
When uploading your files in this application, please have them named in the following manner: “YYYY_MM_DD SITE NAME document name.”
Certificate of Good Standing (North American applicants only)

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North American Programs must submit a Certificate of Insurance with ACCT Listed as Certificate Holder.

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Non-North American Programs must submit a signed letter or waiver outlining the insurance requirements of their jurisdiction. Proof of appropriate insurance shall be submitted and reviewed for verification.

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List and Description of all types of course programs and/or services provided by the organization
Name of Current Course Builder Company: *
Main Contact's Name for Applicant Company

First NameLast Name
Contact's Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Contact's Email*
example@example.com

Professional Inspection

A physical inspection of the site must be performed by an ACCT PVM inspector, an ACCTCertified Professional Inspector, or a licensed professional engineer. This inspection must be done within the last 364 days to be accepted with the application and must include the ACCT Professional Inspection Cover Sheet.
Date of Most Recent Professional Inspection: (Within previous 364 days)*

MonthDayYear
Date
Name of Person and Company Who Performed the Professional Inspection*
PVM Number, ACCT Professional Inspector Number, or Licensed Engineer Number of the Inspector
Please upload your most recent Professional Inspection Report*

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Please upload your Professional Inspection Cover Sheet*

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Although it is not mandatory, if you have an ACCT Certified In-house Inspector please list their name and Certification Number.

Training

All trainings must meet ANSI/ACCT 03-2019 Chapter 2 Operations Standards B.3.6 AND Chapter 3 Training Standards AND must have a completed Training Checklist and Affidavit for all current staff. This Checklist and Affidavit must be completed by the qualified trainer. A qualified trainer is determined by the Trainer/Tester Qualified Course Professional Guidelines.
Are your Trainings conducted by a third-party Trainer, an In-house Trainer, or both?
If your trainings are conducted by third-party trainer(s), please list the name(s) of the Trainer(s) and Company:
If your trainings are conducted by in-house trainer(s), please list the name(s) of the Trainer(s) and Company:
To become an accredited operation, you must have Training Attestation and Checklists representing all current staff. These are filled out for every training and should not be combined into one form. For your application, please upload the last five (5) Training Attestations and Checklists, including the matching syllabus and roster.
Please upload current portfolios for all in-house trainers

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Training Documents: Package 1 (needs to include Training Attestation, Roster, syllabus.)

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Training Documents: Package 2 (needs to include Training Attestation, Roster, syllabus.)

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Training Documents: Package 3 (needs to include Training Attestation, Roster, syllabus.)

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Training Documents: Package 4 (needs to include Training Attestation, Roster, syllabus.)

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Training Documents: Package 5 (needs to include Training Attestation, Roster, syllabus.)

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Operation Review

The Operation Review shall be conducted by an Operation Reviewer approved by ACCT.The Operation Reviewer, their organization, and their organization’s owner(s) shall not be directly involved in the operation of the site. The Operation Reviewer, their organization, and their organization’s owner(s) shall not have a financial interest in the operation seeking accreditation through ownership, employment, or investment. Conflicts, or perceptions of conflicts related to the accreditation process shall be addressed by the Operation Accreditation Panel. This Review is show compliance with ANSI/ACCT 03-2019 Chapter 2 Operation Standards.
Date of Operation Review*

MonthDayYear
Date
Name of Operation Reviewer*

First NameLast Name
Operation Reviewer Approval Number
Please upload your Operation Site Review Report*

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DECLARATIONS and AGREEMENTS
I, as the course owner/operator, attest that the operation referenced in this application is in full compliance with all applicable laws in this jurisdiction.

The parties both acknowledge that operation of, and participation in, challenge course programs, including high and low challenge course elements, climbing, ziplining, and aerial trekking, involve risk that necessitates comprehensive management planning. Accidents may occur even if the standards of the Program are followed. ACCT does not assume and expressly denies responsibility and legal liability for loss or damage to persons who rely on these standards or who use the activities, facilities, equipment, or services contemplated by them. In writing standards and developing a system to review and systematically accredit that an operation met current ACCT standards on a given day and at a given time, ACCT does not intend to create legal duties or liabilities for ACCT or for those who rely on the standards, which would not otherwise exist. An operator’s compliance with the ACCT Accreditation Program is not a guarantee of the Operation’s compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, industry standards, or manufacturer's requirements. An Operation’s membership in the ACCT Accreditation Program is not a guarantee of safety, nor does accreditation mean that accidents and injuries cannot occur.

Additionally, I attest that the operation for which this application is submitted is in full compliance with all applicable Operation Standards as listed in the ANSI/ACCT 03-2019 Challenge Courses and Canopy/Zip Line Tours Standards.

I hereby declare that the statements and responses to the questions herein are accurate and true and that I have not omitted, misrepresented, or misstated any facts. I acknowledge that the statements and responses contained in this application shall become a part of the accreditation issued by the Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT) and that any misrepresentation or omission may void such status. I understand and agree that the completion of this application does not bind ACCT to issue the status of Accredited Operator/Program. Further, I understand that any misrepresentation or omission in this application may void the contract and give ACCT a right to deny, rescind, or void Accreditation and that any future findings of misrepresentation or omission may give ACCT a right, at its sole discretion, to rescind, void or suspend Accreditation and/or my membership in ACCT.

I agree and attest to the following:
- Provide a Certificate of Good Standing or equivalent (North America and other jurisdictions as applicable)
- Notify ACCT in writing and within 48 hours of any and all serious injuries requiring treatment at a hospital or transportation to a medical facility, or any work-related injury or illness resulting in time away from work
- Notify ACCT Program Department in writing and with-in 24 hours of any fatality on the site.
- Notify the ACCT Office within 15 calendar days if any of the following events:
  - A lapse in required insurance coverage occurs
  - The operation is named in a lawsuit
  - The operation becomes insolvent, enters into bankruptcy proceedings, or elects dissolution
  - A change in management occurs that results in a loss of certified personnel
  - A change in ownership
- To display and used the ACCT Accredited Operation Logo according to the ACCT Logo Use Policy.
- IF a North American Operation to maintain ACCT as a Certificate Holder on insurance: Association for Challenge Course Technology, P.O. Box 19797, Boulder, CO 80308 USA
- Complete the ACCT Annual Report each year by the identified deadline
- Pay the annual membership dues and fees by the identified deadline
- Read and adhere to the ACCT digital information confidentiality and use document.
- Provide the current Professional Inspection report including ACCT Inspection Cover Sheet.
- Have evidence of training for all current staff documented with an ACCT Training Affidavit and Checklists. Training shall meet Chapter 3 Training Standards of the ANSI/ACCT Standards.
- Provide the Operation Accreditation Site Review Report.
- To sign and adhere to the Accreditation Program Agreement
- Provide proof of ongoing course operations for a minimum of one (1) year.
- Attests that the operation referenced in this application is in full compliance with all applicable laws in the jurisdictions it has operations in.
Failure to maintain these requirements will result in immediate suspension of Accreditation.

ACCT Agrees to the following:
- Upon Approval of Application:
- Provide electronic print-ready ACCT Accredited Operation Logo in vertical and horizontal format;
- Provide a certificate of Accreditation stating the expiration date of the Accreditation;
- Add site name and information to the ACCT Website of Accredited Operations.
- Remind Operation when they are approaching the renewal of their accreditation.
- A list of required documents and deadlines for submission of documents will also be provided
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