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PROFESSIONAL LIGHTING AND SOUND ASSOCIATION

www.plasa.org

PLASA is the lead international membership body for those who supply technologies and services to the event, entertainment and installation industries.

The association, which operates from offices in Europe and North America, has over 425 members and acts as the worldwide voice for the industry, providing a wide range of business resources, technical support and commercial benefits to its members. PLASA is also an effective lobbyist on a range of issues, working in partnership with the industry to campaign against government and regulatory decisions that negatively impact on the sector. In many of its campaigns and consultations it has achieved real change and created greater awareness and understanding of the industry.

The organization works closely with the BSI in the UK and CENELEC in Europe to support the development of standards for the industry. At a worldwide level, PLASA is a key contributor to the development of ISO international standards and has numerous representatives sitting on standards-making bodies. ù

The association also actively monitors the work of other relevant regulatory agencies throughout the world, providing members with advice on compliance, as well as guidance on wider technical developments and routes to best practice.

On the skills and certification front, the association is actively leading the development of qualifications across the industry, providing recognition for existing skills, improving levels of safety and defining the benchmark for best practice.

Riggers can take the National Rigging Certificate (NRC) – a qualification that allows riggers to demonstrate they’ve attained a professional standard within their chosen rigging discipline. The qualification meets rigorous standards and was entirely developed with the industry to make it fit for purpose and has been established in the UK for 10 years. The NRC is supported by the industry and endorsed by a range of influential organizations and venues. PLASA also delivers the Trainee Rigger Scheme for those seeking a career in the industry and the National Event Lifting Certificate aimed at those working in disciplines other than rigging.

 

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