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Technical training for everyone in the anchor supply chain, from installers to engineers. Make ATA Certified the competency standard specified on your construction projects.

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Certification Mark

Use the ATA Certified mark to identify individuals and teams who have completed the required tier pathway.

Why ATA Certified?

An Industry Standard for Anchor Testing Competency

ATA Certified establishes an industry-recognised competency standard that can be specified in project QA policies, tender documents, and engineering specifications, ensuring everyone in the anchor supply chain has demonstrated baseline knowledge.

Product Agnostic

Unlike manufacturer-specific programmes, ATA Certified covers all anchor types and brands. Independent training that engineers and asset owners can trust.

Standards Based

Content derived from AS 5216, BS 8539, AEFAC TN05, VicRoads Section 680, and EOTA TR 054. The same standards referenced on real construction projects.

Field Proven

Developed by engineers who have performed thousands of anchor tests across hundreds of sites. Real-world knowledge, not just theory.

Reference Library

Enrolled members get exclusive access to our curated reference library with AEFAC technical notes, sample specifications, AS 5216 webinar recordings, and industry guidelines.

Certification Tiers

Five Certification Tiers by Price

Each tier targets a specific role in the anchor supply chain. Compare the free awareness course through to ATA Tester, now listed as the top paid tier.

ATA Certified course tier comparison
TierAudienceCourse SizeKey OutcomesPriceAction
Tier 1
ATA Aware

Understand why anchor testing matters and when to call for it

Site supervisors, project managers, builders, and anyone on a construction site
~1 hour
4 modules
13 lessons
15 quiz questions
  • Understand what anchor testing is and why it exists
  • Identify safety-critical anchoring applications
  • Recognise common installation red flags on-site
Free
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Tier 2
ATA Specifier

Specify anchor testing requirements in project documentation with confidence

Engineers, specifiers, asset owners, and project directors
~5 hours
6 modules
24 lessons
23 quiz questions
  • Navigate the Australian and international standards framework for anchor testing
  • Use the anchor testing decision tree to specify the correct test approach
  • Determine appropriate test quantities using VicRoads and AEFAC frameworks
$199
Lifetime access
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Tier 3
ATA Installer

Master correct installation practices and understand how anchors fail

Anchor installers, subcontractors, and trade workers
~7 hours
8 modules
37 lessons
40 quiz questions
  • Understand anchor theory, reinforcing bar theory, and cone breakout geometry
  • Identify correct installation procedures for chemical and mechanical anchors
  • Read and interpret ETA capacity data and manufacturer requirements
$350
Lifetime access
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Tier 4
ATA Height Safety

Install, test, and certify fall-arrest anchor systems to AS/NZS 1891.4 and AS 5532

Height safety installers, certifiers, facility managers, and building owners
~3 hours
4 modules
16 lessons
20 quiz questions
  • Navigate AS/NZS 1891.4:2025 and AS 5532:2025 requirements for height safety anchors
  • Distinguish structural anchor testing (AS 5216) from height safety anchor testing (AS 1891.4/AS 5532)
  • Distinguish AS 5532:2025 manufacturer type tests (12/15/18/21 kN) from AS/NZS 1891.4 field inspection proof loads
$950
Lifetime access
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Tier 5
ATA Tester

Perform and document proof and ultimate load tests to international standards

Anchor testing personnel, QA inspectors, and field technicians
~6 hours
6 modules
33 lessons
32 quiz questions
  • Identify and select correct test rig components (couplers, jaw sets, adaptors, bridges)
  • Set up and perform proof and ultimate load tests in all orientations
  • Select appropriate test configurations (confined vs unconfined) with correct support spacing
$1100
Lifetime access
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Complete Bundle

Get all four paid courses in one purchase. Covers everything from anchor installation through to height safety compliance, the complete competency pathway.

ATA Installer$350

8 modules covering anchor types, substrates, installation, and failure modes

ATA Tester$1100

6 modules covering methodology, loads, displacement, and reporting

ATA Specifier$199

6 modules covering standards, specifying programs, and project integration

ATA Height Safety$950

4 modules covering fall-arrest anchors, WHS regulations, proof testing, and compliance

$2599
$2339
One-time payment · Lifetime access
Who Should Get Certified?

The Right Tier for Your Role

Site Supervisors & Project Managers

Recommended: ATA Aware

Identify red flags, know when to call for testing, understand safety-critical requirements

Anchor Installers & Subcontractors

Recommended: ATA Installer

Master correct installation practices, avoid common errors that cause failures

Testing Technicians & QA Inspectors

Recommended: ATA Tester

Perform tests to standard, apply failure criteria, produce compliant reports

Engineers & Specifiers

Recommended: ATA Specifier

Write specification clauses, determine test quantities, select testing organisations

Asset Owners & Facility Managers

Recommended: ATA Aware + Specifier

Understand testing requirements for existing structures and maintenance programmes

Construction Companies

Recommended: All Tiers

Demonstrate company-wide competency in anchor testing, a competitive differentiator

Accredited Companies

Companies with ATA Certified Teams

These organisations have invested in ATA Certified training for their personnel, demonstrating a commitment to anchor testing competency across their workforce.

TRSC Pty Ltd logo - ATA Accredited Company

TRSC Pty Ltd

Structural investigation, remediation design, and materials testing across Australia. TRSC engineers authored the anchor testing content that underpins the ATA Certified programme.

ATA AwareATA SpecifierATA InstallerATA Height SafetyATA Tester
SiteOps logo - ATA Accredited Company

SiteOps

Non-destructive structural investigation specialists using advanced scanning and evidence-led field methodology. SiteOps teams are ATA Certified across every tier, from awareness through to specification and height safety.

ATA AwareATA SpecifierATA InstallerATA Height SafetyATA Tester
Allied Commercial logo - ATA Accredited Company

Allied Commercial

National height safety specialists delivering anchor point design, installation, inspection, and certification services across all major Australian cities.

ATA InstallerATA TesterATA Height Safety
Height Safety Australia logo - ATA Accredited Company

Height Safety Australia

Dedicated height safety brand delivering anchor point systems, static lines, roof walkways, and compliance certification across all Australian capital cities.

ATA AwareATA InstallerATA TesterATA Height Safety
Highrise Glazing Australia logo - ATA Accredited Company

Highrise Glazing Australia

Specialist highrise glazing and facade remediation services including glass replacement, structural silicone resealing, and anchor point installation for curtain wall access.

ATA AwareATA InstallerATA TesterATA Height Safety

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Standards Referenced

Built on International Standards

AS 5216:2021BS 8539:2012+A1:2021AEFAC TN05 Vols 1-4VicRoads Section 680EOTA TR 054:2016AS 3600:2018AS/NZS 1170.0:2002ETAG 029AS 2193AS 1391
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ATA a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)?
No. ATA is not an RTO and does not issue nationally recognised qualifications. ATA Certified is an industry competency recognition programme developed by practising engineers and anchor testing specialists with direct field experience across hundreds of construction sites. ATA Certified can be specified in project QA policies as a competency requirement for anchor-related personnel, just as CPEng registration is specified for engineering roles.
Is ATA Certified NATA-accredited?
No. NATA (National Association of Testing Authorities) accredits testing laboratories to ISO/IEC 17025 — it does not certify individuals or training programmes. ATA Certified is an industry competency programme, not a laboratory accreditation. For the physical anchor testing service that Anchor Testing Australia delivers, our equipment carries current NATA-traceable calibration certificates and testing is performed to AS 5216, BS 8539, AEFAC TN05, and VicRoads Section 680. That is a different thing from the training programme, and the two should not be confused.
Does ATA Certified count toward CPD / Engineers Australia hours?
ATA Certified is self-paced structured learning developed and reviewed by RPEQ engineers. Each tier covers technical material directly applicable to structural, civil, and construction engineering practice. CPD recognition is determined by your professional body (Engineers Australia, RPEQ, etc.) on a case-by-case basis — we provide a completion certificate with module list and hour estimate that you can submit toward your annual CPD log. We do not pre-register with Engineers Australia as a formal CPD provider.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 14-day money-back guarantee on all paid courses provided no more than 25% of the course modules have been completed. Refund requests after that point are reviewed case by case. The Complete Bundle is treated as a single product for refund purposes — partial refunds of individual tiers within a bundle are not issued. To request a refund, email [email protected] with your order reference.
Who developed the training content?
All content is derived from the TRSC Anchor Testing Information Guide (Rev 6), authored by engineers with direct experience performing thousands of anchor tests across Australia. The content references AS 5216:2021, BS 8539:2012+A1:2021, AEFAC TN05 Volumes 1-4, VicRoads Section 680, and EOTA TR 054:2016.
How long is the certification valid?
Your ATA master certificate is valid for 2 years from your most recent qualifying completion. As you complete additional ATA tiers, the same master certificate is updated with those endorsements and its validity is refreshed. After expiry, you must complete a qualifying ATA tier again to renew your accreditation.
Can I specify ATA Certified in project documentation?
Yes. Engineers and specifiers can include ATA Certified as a competency requirement in project specifications, QA policies, and tender documentation, similar to how CPEng registration is specified for engineering roles. This ensures personnel involved in anchor installation and testing have demonstrated baseline competency.
Do you offer group or corporate training?
Yes. We offer customised group training sessions for construction companies, engineering firms, and government agencies. Contact us at [email protected] or +61 7 3132 2534 to discuss your requirements.
What score do I need to pass?
Each module quiz requires a minimum score of 100% to pass. You must pass all module quizzes within a tier to receive your certificate. Quizzes can be retaken as many times as needed.

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Start with ATA Aware for free, or contact us for group training packages and corporate certification programmes.

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