Paragraph 6: Speleology

The aptitude test to which the Prefect may decide to subject the declarant in whole or in part, under the conditions laid down in article R. 212-90-1 and in 3° of article R. 212-93 , is intended to verify the declarant’s ability to supervise participants in safety. It comprises two tests: 1° a test to verify theoretical and practical knowledge of safety; 2° a technical safety test. If the declarant…

The aptitude test is organised nationwide under the authority of the prefect of the Auvergne Rhône-Alpes region, by the Rhône-Alpes sports resources, expertise and performance centre.

The applicant is assessed by a panel appointed and chaired by the head of the regional deconcentrated department of the State responsible for sports in Auvergne Rhône-Alpes or his/her representative and comprising: the head of the Vallon-Pont-d’Arc site of the Rhône-Alpes sports resources, expertise and performance centre or his or her representative; -at least one representative of the most representative professional organisations; -two representatives of the French Speleology Federation, including…