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Join us for Operation Reviewer Training at the ACCT Annual International Conference!
Join us for Operation Reviewer Training at the ACCT Annual International Conference!

We are thrilled to announce an opportunity for individuals seeking to become integral members of the Approved Operation Reviewer group. As part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards in the industry, we are hosting an Operation Reviewer Training on Sunday, February 25th, 2024,... Continue Reading

Postedby Heather Brooks
Date posted12/20/2023


Understanding Florida's Regulations for Amusement Ride Inspectors
Understanding Florida's Regulations for Amusement Ride Inspectors

Relevant Update posted 2024-03-21 updated 2023-12-08 Editor Notes: To assist the reader with some previous information not included in this article's release on 12/7/23, we would like to provide some additional information to bring more clarity. In 2020, Florida introduced changes to its... Continue Reading

Date posted12/7/2023


Inspector Certification Program Update:  New application and renewal procedures
Inspector Certification Program Update:  New application and renewal procedures

We are thrilled to announce updates to the Inspector Certification Program that aim to streamline the eligibility process and enhance accessibility for international and domestic inspectors. As the ACCT Inspector Certification Program has expanded, the number of certified inspectors from around... Continue Reading

Postedby Heather Brooks
Date posted11/16/2023


Costa Rica's Monteverde PCAL Event
Costa Rica's Monteverde PCAL Event

Written by Heather Brooks, ACCT Program Manager, and Niels Damman, The Alliance Collaborative Board Chair In the lush green heart of Central America lies a country known for its biodiversity, sustainability efforts, and jaw-dropping landscapes - Costa Rica. But this year, Costa Rica's Monteverde... Continue Reading

Date posted10/19/2023


The PVM Program is Changing
The PVM Program is Changing

What is this Program? The Professional Vendor Member Program is the voluntary process in which ACCT grants a Business to Business member recognition for their vended services. To receive this recognition, each service area must meet the predetermined criteria, including business and standards... Continue Reading

Postedby Heather Brooks
Date posted04/6/2023


Operation Reviewer Training 2023
Operation Reviewer Training 2023

We are hosting an Operation Reviewer Training Sunday, February 12th, 2023 at the ACCT Annual International Conference! The Operation Review is one component of the overall Operation Accreditation Process and is necessary to verify compliance with the current version of the ANSI/ACCT Chapter 2... Continue Reading

Date posted12/7/2022


QCP Update
QCP Update

The qualified course professional guidelines have been used to define what it means for an individual to be considered “qualified” in comparison to different professional services. As the industry changes, the need to redefine what it means to “be qualified” in... Continue Reading

Date posted11/17/2022


Heather's Adventures in Singapore
Heather's Adventures in Singapore

Towards the end of September, I had the opportunity to venture to Singapore to join the Inaugural National Outdoor Education Conference and conduct a presentation about Operation Accreditation. What I knew was going to be a quick three-day trip ended up making such an everlasting impression. My... Continue Reading

Date posted10/7/2022


**ATTENTION** Accredited Vendor Program Manual Commenting Period
**ATTENTION** Accredited Vendor Program Manual Commenting Period

The Vendor Accreditation Program Design Task Force invites you to participate in the final commenting period relating to the DRAFT Vendor Accreditation Program Manual. This DRAFT Manual outlines the process by which Business to Business members pursue Association for Challenge Course Technology... Continue Reading

Date posted08/18/2022


Summer ICE Event Updates
Summer ICE Event Updates

Hello everyone! For those of you who don’t know me, I am Heather Brooks, Program Manager for ACCT, and I wanted to take a moment to remind you that ACCT is hosting a Summer Inspector Certification virtual testing event. For anyone who would like to join this program or possibly renew... Continue Reading

Date posted07/7/2022


Member Education Panel Presents: Operation Accreditation Q&A
Member Education Panel Presents: Operation Accreditation Q&A

This is a Webinar video to inform the general public and individuals interested in understanding Operations Accreditation Program. Continue Reading

Date posted10/12/2021


Our First Accredited Operations
Our First Accredited Operations

As we all slowly step into the new light that 2021 has to offer and reflect on the hurdles that 2020 has presented us all it is important to take into consideration how far we have come. Even if it is baby steps, the amount of progress can still be seen. This is true for ACCT as well. In the midst... Continue Reading

Date posted01/15/2021