UIAA

UIAA stands for the International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation, an organization that sets safety standards and guidelines for climbing, mountaineering, and ice disciplines worldwide. It develops safety equipment certifications, best practices, and training standards to ensure climbers’ safety and promote responsible activity. By establishing consistent quality and safety benchmarks, the UIAA helps climbers, manufacturers, and safety officials work together to reduce risks and improve techniques across the sport. Essentially, it’s a global authority dedicated to making climbing safer and more accessible through standards and education.