Ascent Consulting

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We are a joint venture established by Liz Gomes and Tom Behrends to address your needs related to the complex Fall Protection and Suspended Access industry in Ontario. With over 60 years combined experience, we apply an independent, unbiased and objective perspective to our comprehensive design, inspection and consulting services.

We Specialize in Design, Review and Inspections of:

Safety Roof Anchors, Davit Arm Systems, Monorail, Roof Cars, HLL (Horizontal Lifeline) Systems, Guardrails, Catwalks, Roof Access Ladders

We are a unique solution in the industry by offering our clients the following diverse services:

  • Design of Fall Protection / Suspended Access Systems for both new construction and retrofit projects
  • Preparation of Tender Documentation, Specifications and Drawings
  • Project Management
  • Comprehensive Technical Audit Inspections for new construction projects
  • Complete Annual Inspection and Load Testing for existing Safety Systems
  • Adhesive Load Testing per five (5) year code requirements
  • Rigging Plans or Engineer approved roof drawings for existing Systems
  • Inspection of Access Ladders, Guardrails, Catwalks, Crossovers, etc...
  • Rooftop Safety Assessments for Fall Protection
  • Detailed Logbooks and Operational Procedure Manuals to maximize worker safety procedures

Our Professional Services include:
new construction

DESIGN SERVICES

Backed by over 60 years combined experience, LEARN MORE about our Design services for new construction and retrofit projects.
inspections

INSPECTION SERVICES

Our comprehensive inspection services exceed industry standards. LEARN MORE about our inspection options to meet your requirements.
add'l services

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

LEARN MORE about our detailed Roof Plans, Rigging Drawings, System Logbooks and Load Testing services for existing Systems

ASCENT ADVANTAGE:

Our services give our Clients the advantage when negotiating contract terms with equipment manufacturers and suppliers.
  • An informative and professional analysis of project parameters
  • Cost effective and efficient design concept drawings
  • Detailed appraisals that thoroughly clarify system functionality and code compliance
Our expertise extends to inspection and review of technically complex systems. Our competence in this regard is further augmented by association with other leading industry professionals.