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Our history and mission

HTC Techniques Verticales supports you in implementing your training projects and provides you with its technical and regulatory expertise.

Analysing and managing risks, operating according to standard operating procedures and providing training in rescue techniques are all part of the daily routine for HTC Techniques Verticales trainers.

Working alongside companies for over ten years, our team, made up exclusively of men and women with field experience, guarantees interventions that are closely aligned with your daily activities, expectations and operational objectives.

Our locations and training venues

To meet the needs of its customers, HTC Techniques Verticales operates in mainland France, the French overseas departments and territories, and worldwide. It also welcomes trainees to its three dedicated, certified training venues:

  • Marseille – Peypin (13, Bouches-du-Rhône)
  • Nantes – Châteaubriant (44, Loire-Atlantique)
  • Lille – Sin-le-Noble (59, Nord)

Working closely with institutions, health and safety organisations and industry professionals, HTC Techniques Verticales is at your service to address issues related to the needs of companies and local authorities.

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A team of expert and passionate trainers

Experts in their respective fields and with practical experience, each Work at Height, IRATA and GWO trainer has joined the HTC Techniques Verticales team for their ability to impart knowledge, supervise and lead a group, and adapt their teaching methods to suit the audience and level of experience.

Qualified, experienced and committed to their roles, our trainers will put their knowledge and professional experience at your service to achieve the educational and operational objectives of the training.

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Bruno D.

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Morgen H.

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Anthony D.

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Adrien R.

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Jean-Louis C.

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Mauricio H.

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Georges C.

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Patrick L.

  • Trainer qualifications

• IRATA Level 3I/3 Rope Access Technician
• GWO Full BST (Onshore and Offshore)
• GWO ART (Advanced Rescue Training)
• GWO BR (Blade Repair)
• PPE Inspector (fall protection)
• Anchor Point and Lifeline Inspector and Installer
• Confined Space First Aider

And because we leave no room for improvisation or compromises on safety, the team of trainers and consultants at HTC Techniques Verticales undergoes annual refresher training in first aid and in rescue and evacuation techniques at height and using ropes.

  • A bilingual team

Our team is made up of several nationalities, which allows us to offer our training modules in working at height, IRATA rope access training, GWO wind turbine training and working at height training in two languages.

  • Join our team

Are you motivated and want to join a professional and passionate team?

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Your satisfaction,
our priority

96%
Trainees satisfaction rate (2ᵉ semester 2025)
92%
Customers satisfaction rate
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Certified and recognised training courses

  • IRATA International accreditation

Since 2017, HTC Techniques Verticales has been accredited by IRATA International (Full Member Trainer), an international certification scheme for safety and quality management in work at height and rope access work (rope access technicians). This certification is recognised in France by companies and clients.

As such, we provide IRATA rope access training and certification from Level 1 to Level 3 at our certified and accredited training centres in Marseille, Nantes and Lille.

  • GWO certification

Since October 2021, HTC Techniques Verticales has held GWO (Global Wind Organisation) accreditation and delivers the GWO Full BST Onshore and Offshore training courses at its training centres, comprising:

– First Aid: 7 hours
– Manual Handling: 3.5 hours
– Fire Safety: 3.5 hours
– Sea Survival: 7 hours
– Work at Height: 14 hours

HTC delivers GWO training courses, both initial and refresher courses.

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  • Qualiopi certification

Since its creation, HTC has been committed to a quality approach. In September 2020, HTC Techniques Verticales obtained Qualiopi certification (auditor: Bureau Veritas) for the organization and management of its training programs.

Certified specifications

  • Information about the course,
  • Design and updating of training courses,
  • Processing of applications,
  • Organisation of trainee programmes,
  • Respect des financeurs,
  • Continuous improvement.

*Quality certification has been awarded in the following category: TRAINING ACTIVITIES

Our educational approach and our values

HTC Techniques Verticales provides effective solutions in training, safety audits and consultancy to all businesses and organisations.

Expertise and Safety

Safety is a key element of HTC Techniques Verticales’ approach. The company ensures that all its staff are trained to the highest safety standards and that they use suitable, certified equipment.

HTC Techniques Verticales stands out for its expertise in working at height and complex technical operations, using innovative and safe methods to provide solutions for its clients in challenging environments.

Equipment

Our training modules would not be effective without the appropriate, industry-standard technical equipment for working at height, rope access work and the wind turbine sector. To ensure that every trainee has an experience that is as close to real-life conditions as possible, we provide PPE from the industry’s leading brands, which is inspected every six months by our team of PPE inspectors specialising in falls from height.

Risk management

Because your job requires the highest possible safety standards, HTC Techniques Verticales provides you with effective training in advance, designed to closely mirror the realities of your workplace. By understanding the risks you face and incorporating them into our quality approach, we ensure you have the confidence and skills you need for your day-to-day work.

Quality

Our policy is based on continuous improvement; our quality standards are uncompromising, and the satisfaction of our clients and trainees is our daily priority.

Proximity

Training is also about people; HTC Techniques Verticales does everything in its power to provide its clients with a swift and effective response, whilst ensuring a balance between schedules and staff.

Customer feedback

By listening carefully to your needs and feedback, we are able to anticipate your requirements and implement tailored, turnkey solutions to ensure your complete satisfaction.

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Our QHSE quality approach

HTC Techniques Verticales aims to continuously evaluate and improve its performance and training modules in the areas of Quality, Health, Safety and Environment.

Our Health and Safety Management System guarantees you the best possible, personalised support.

We are committed to:

  • Assess and avoid potential risks,
  • Use standardised equipment that is inspected every six months,
  • Provide qualified, certified trainers,
  • Carry out preliminary site visits at the client’s premises,
  • Put in place appropriate prevention plans,
  • Analysing incidents using lessons learnt,
  • Tailor our programmes to your sector,
  • Offer dedicated technical platforms,
  • Keeping our regulatory knowledge up to date,
  • Fostering an environmental culture.

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