Monitoring Methods

Six Step method

The partner company voluntarily participates with KRTO’s 6 step monitoring program. The monitoring is implemented via the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project (KPAP). All KPAP monitoring activities are performed at no charge to the climbing company.

Step 1 Initial interview
An initial interview with the company to understand the company’s procedures related to the crew and the treatment practices on all Kilimanjaro climbs.

Step 2 Extensive review & Assessment
The company undergoes extensive review and assessment by placing a KPAP porter on every climb during the season.

Step 3 Climbing season scorecard
If the minimum number of climbs are examined during the initial climbing season, data from the monitoring activities is compiled at the end of the season generating a scorecard documenting the company’s treatment of the crew.

Step 4 Qualifying as a partner
A company qualifies as a Partner if attaining a minimum of an 85% performance level on the Porter Treatment Scorecard.

Step 5 Annual monitoring
The Partner company’s practices continue to be monitored every season to determine if the company continues to qualify the minimum 85% performance level.

Step 6 What if
Companies who fail to meet the 85% performance level in any season are suspended until they demonstrate an 85% performance level in the following climbing season.

The monitoring program advocates for the porter treatment standards.