International Ride Training

International Ride Training (IRT) provides specialist safety training, certification, auditing and operational consulting for the global attractions industry. Working with theme parks, water parks, family entertainment centres and other leisure facilities, the company helps operators strengthen safety procedures, improve staff performance and maintain consistent operational standards.

With a management team bringing together more than a century of combined industry experience, IRT supports attractions at different stages of development, from pre-opening preparations to established operations. Its approach combines practical training with independent assessments, helping facilities translate safety requirements into everyday working practices.

International Ride Operator Certification (iROC)

A central part of IRT's services is the International Ride Operator Certification (iROC) programme, which provides a structured framework for developing and assessing ride operators.

The programme focuses on ten critical components of safe and professional ride operations, covering essential procedures, operator awareness, communication and operational consistency. International Ride Training also operates in Europe through IRT Attractions Consulting, S.L.U., based in Madrid, Spain. The European entity supports the company's international activities, helping attractions strengthen their operational practices through training, certification, auditing and consulting services, with consideration for applicable ASTM and EN operations standards.

Through a train-the-trainer model, licensed instructors deliver training within their own facilities, supported by educational resources and ongoing assessments. The programme also incorporates independent audits to evaluate how effectively operators apply their training during daily operations.

IRT offers certification programmes suited to different types of attractions, including family entertainment centres and aquatic facilities.

Safety audits and operational compliance

IRT conducts independent operational performance audits to help attractions identify areas for improvement and maintain consistent safety practices.

Unannounced assessments examine real-world operator performance, including rider screening, restraint checks, safety communication and ride dispatch procedures. Findings are shared with management alongside recommendations for corrective action.

The company also provides compliance audits, reviewing operational documentation, training records and procedures against relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.

These services allow operators to evaluate both the effectiveness of their safety systems and how consistently staff follow established procedures.

Training and professional development

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International Ride Training

Alongside certification, IRT delivers customised training programmes for frontline employees, supervisors and senior management.

Topics include ride and aquatic operations, emergency procedures, guest accessibility, risk management, leadership development and customer service. Training can be adapted to the requirements of individual attractions and their teams.

IRT also organises the annual Ride Camp Safety Conference, bringing together attractions professionals for practical workshops, industry discussions and professional development.

Its online Learning the R.O.P.E.S. programme provides introductory education in ride operator professionalism, safety and efficiency.