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Mobile Vertical (3a) & Mobile Boom (3b) MEWPs - IPAF Operator Training

Mobile Vertical (3a) & Mobile Boom (3b) MEWPs - IPAF Operator Training

  • Get Certified in 1 Day
  • Up-To-Date Agenda
  • Theory & Practical Assessments
  • IPAF Certificate & PAL Card
  • ePAL App Required
  • Certificate Valid For 5 Years
  • On-Site Training Available
Our Price From: £175.00
  • Mobile Vertical (3a) & Mobile Boom (3b) MEWPs — IPAF Operator Training

    Course Details

    IPAF Operator training courses equip delegates with the knowledge and practical skills to use mobile elevating work platforms efficiently and safely.

    This course is for anyone who uses, supervises, or manages the use of powered access equipment on-site. It covers mobile vertical (3a) and mobile boom (3a) MEWPs, including scissor lifts, self-propelled boom lifts, trailer mounted boom lifts, and aerial work platforms. IPAF courses are thorough and engaging sessions that use both theory and practical teaching and learning techniques.

    Suitable PPE is required on this course. You must have a face mask, safety gloves, MEWP harness, safety boots, and a His-Vis vest.

    We hold all courses at one of our cooperating training centres. However, we can provide this training at your premises or on-site for larger groups.

    Agenda

    - Theory: Introduction & pre-course theory test.
    - Theory: MEWP categories.
    - Theory: Structural Parts.
    - Theory: Regulations – ISO 18878, European, HASAWA.
    - Theory: Regulations – PUWER, LOLER, MHSW, WAHR, RIDDOR.
    - Theory: Pre-use inspection & handovers.
    - Theory: Safe operating methods & hazards.
    - Theory: Theory test.
    - Practical: Practical Training.
    - Practical: Practical Assessment.

    Assessment

    Trainees are assessed through continuous observation, a theory test, and a practical assessment.

    Duration

    IPAF Operator training is a 1 day course.

    Certification

    Upon course completion, successful candidates will receive an IPAF Certificate and Powered Access Licence (PAL) Card. The card is valid for 5 years.

    As from 1st June '21 all IPAF cards and certificates are issued in digital format via the ePAL app. IPAF requires all delegates to download the app prior to attending an IPAF training course. If you need a physical PAL Card, you must request it when first booking the course.

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