Watch the official launch of the IPAF Safety Campaign 2026: Check It! This year's global initiative focuses on improving work at height safety through effective pre-use inspections, servicing and maintenance of powered access equipment. In this webinar, industry experts will introduce the campaign’s key messages, share real-world insights, and highlight practical steps operators and organisations can take to reduce risks and prevent incidents. Whether you're a manager, operator, or safety professional, this session will provide valuable guidance to help ensure safer working at height.

Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) are considered to be one of the safest means of enabling temporary work at height. When buying a pre-owned MEWP, it is essential to ensure that the equipment complies with the relevant safety legislation and standards/codes of practice requirements in the country or region where it will be operating, before it is used. Every MEWP must be supplied in a safe working condition, with all safety devices functional.

Regular servicing, maintenance and inspection can prolong the lifespan of powered access equipment. In doing so, it ensures the equipment is safe, reliable, and remains compliant with global legislation and safety standards.

Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) rental companies should carry out a Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) before the equipment is made available for hire. The purpose of this is to ensure the MEWP is operating within the specified design requirements of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).

Are You Responsible For The Pre-delivery Inspection Of MEWPS?

Never Charge Hand Tool Batteries On The Platform!

Watch this webinar to find out more about what a MEWP Spotter is, why and when they are needed, and importantly, how they can help reduce worksite accidents on site. You’ll hear from contractors, many of whom now use MEWP Spotters as standard practice as part of their risk assessments. Learn how standardised training of the MEWP Spotter role can support safe, efficient working practices.

The latest video, titled “Pedestrian Control Incident”, tells the story of a delivery driver who sustained a fractured ankle while delivering two Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) to a manufacturing facility in England.

Charging batteries on electrified Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) should be carried out in line with the manufacturer's instructions, which can be found in the operators’ manual. Incorrect battery charging can increase the risk of fire or explosion from transformers and/or charging equipment.

Always Report Accidents & Near-Misses

The most common type of Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery fitted to Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) is the Lithium Ferrophosphate (LFP) battery. The main risk from Li-ion batteries is fire or explosion, which can lead to thermal runaway.

Damaged Charging Leads & Plugs Can Cause Electrocution!

Take care with lead acid batteries. Always wear the correct PPE and use the right equipment when charging and maintaining batteries.

This webinar focuses on fraud and theft prevention in the powered access and equipment rental industries. The session brings together experts from insurance, law enforcement, and industry security initiatives to discuss how companies can protect themselves from financial and operational risks associated with fraud and theft.

This page provides information on the full set of Finnish Toolbox Talks.

This webinar will look at the safe use of construction hoists and transport platforms. The webinar topics will cover compliance, responsibilities and training when using construction hoists.

Here you can find the presentations of the Working at Height Conference & Awards 2025 in a PDF format.

The event took place on October 15-16, 2025 – Nashville, Tennessee.

PETRA KOLMANOVÁ
EXECUTIVE HEAD, BOZP PARDUBICE s.r.o, CZECHIA