Contractor Qualifications, Certifications,
and Compliance Narrative
Gravitec Systems is a specialized fall protection firm with a singular focus on work-at-height safety. Since 1986, Gravitec has provided fall protection training, engineering, consulting, testing, and equipment support for industrial, commercial, and government clients across North America.
Gravitec maintains dedicated, full-time staff across engineering, training, and field services. Survey work, engineering analysis, and instruction are performed by personnel whose primary responsibilities align directly with those functions, rather than relying on subcontracted or ad hoc resources. This structure supports consistency, scalability, and repeatability across multi-site programs.
ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Gravitec employs licensed Professional Engineers and experienced technical staff qualified to perform fall hazard surveys, system evaluations, and solution development. Engineering personnel are experienced in the application of ANSI Z359, applicable OSHA regulations, and relevant Canadian standards where required. Licensed engineers are available to support projects requiring professional signoff, including coordination for provincial engineering requirements in Canada when applicable.
TRAINING QUALIFICATIONS
Gravitec instructors are full-time professionals with extensive field and instructional experience in fall protection systems and work-at-height practices. Training programs are delivered using established curricula aligned with ANSI standards and industry best practices. Instructor staffing and class structure are governed by defined ratios and capacity limits to maintain instructional quality and safety.
Gravitec is an approved training provider for the National Association of Tower Erectors (NATE) and delivers training programs aligned with NATE guidelines and industry expectations where applicable. This experience supports work environments involving tall structures, complex access, and elevated rescue considerations.
STANDARDS AND INDUSTRY INVOLVEMENT
Gravitec maintains active involvement in the development and application of fall protection standards and participates in industry organizations, including:
•ANSI Z359 Fall Protection Code
•CSA Z259 Fall Protection Standards
•International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET)
•National Association of Tower Erectors (NATE)
•Society of Professional Rope Access Technicians (SPRAT)
•American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)
•International Society for Fall Protection (ISFP)
Gravitec’s founder served as Chair of the ANSI Z359 Accredited Standards Committee for over fifteen years and as Vice Chair of the CSA Z259 Committee, reflecting long-standing involvement in standards development at both U.S. and Canadian levels.
TESTING AND QUALITY SYSTEMS
Gravitec operates an ISO 17025 accredited testing laboratory supporting research, development, and third-party testing of fall protection equipment and systems. Internal quality and documentation processes support consistency across survey methodology, reporting, training delivery, and engineering analysis.
Gravitec also maintains a documented quality management system aligned with ISO 9001 principles. The system is self-certified and supports consistent execution, documentation control, and continuous improvement across engineering, training, and field services.
SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE
All work is performed in accordance with applicable federal, state, local, and Canadian regulations, as well as relevant consensus standards. Gravitec maintains internal safety programs and procedures to support the safe execution of field work, training delivery, and testing activities.
INSURANCE COVERAGE
Gravitec Systems maintains insurance coverage consistent with the requirements of industrial, commercial, and government clients. Coverage includes, at a minimum, commercial general liability, workers’ compensation, automobile liability, and professional liability as applicable to the services performed.
Insurance limits and certificates of insurance are available upon request and can be provided in accordance with Weyerhaeuser’s contractual and risk management requirements.
