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IPAF Training in Birmingham

GTAccess has been providing powered access equipment and training for over 40 years, and has a wealth of knowledge and experience in instructing others in the safe use of these machines.

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is a non-profit organisation that promotes the safe and effective use of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) such as scissor lifts and boom lifts. To guarantee they have the skills necessary to reduce accidents and injuries, everyone using a MEWP must complete an IPAF training programme and get certified.

Thanks to our specialised IPAF training facility at the Birmingham NEC, GTAccess can guarantee that your workforce is fully trained and prepared for operating safely at heights. The IPAF PAL card is awarded to the learner following completion of a IPAF training course in Birmingham, and is recognised by all significant contracting organisations as well as being compliant with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and PUWER Regulations 1998.

GTAccess offers courses that may be taken at times that are convenient for you, including at weekends or in the evenings. The amount of time spent in the training facility can be potentially decreased as some of the courses are also offered as e-learning options. 

 

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IPAF powered access courses in Birmingham

Our IPAF-accredited Birmingham NEC training centre offers a full range of IPAF training courses including MEWPs for Managers, Operator training, Harness Safety training Load/Unload and IPAF Demonstrator courses.




IPAF Operator Training

Operator training includes instruction on how to use the equipment, perform all pre-use inspections and checks, employer and employee obligations as well as how to execute emergency descent operations. Reduce your time at the training facility by doing the theory section of the course online.

MEWPs for Managers

Includes planning and risk assessment, health and safety rules, personal protection equipment, pre-use inspections and maintenance. All personnel who organise or manage work at height must have health and safety training, as well as instruction on how to use equipment from their employer. Our IPAF training centre in Birmingham offers this course as an e-learning option online.

Harness Safety Training

We provide harness training to ensure employees can properly select, inspect and use a safety harness as part of their work in operating MEWPs Both HSE and IPAF recommend full-body harnesses and adjustable lanyard restraints for operators.

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Book an IPAF 3a and 3b Course in Birmingham


The IPAF 3a and 3b courses are designed to train operators in the safe and efficient use of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) including mobile boom lifts such as electric and articulated boom lifts, scissor lifts and cherry pickers. 

- IPAF 3a training is a focused course, delivering safe instruction on the operation of Mobile Vertical (3a) machines such as vertical personnel platforms. The course includes directions on how to perform pre-use inspections, safe operation and explains relevant safety guidelines. 

- IPAF 3b training is designed to cover all aspects of safe operation for Mobile Boom (3b) machines including telescopic boom lifts and cherry pickers. Operators are instructed on the safe and proper use of these machines including positioning, manoeuvring and safety regulation compliance.  

Both courses are offered at our local depot near Birmingham for easy accessibility to customers needing to hire cherry pickers, scissor lifts and boom lifts.



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