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IPAF North America Supports OSHA’s 2025 National Safety Stand-Down

In 2023, falls, slips, and trips accounted for 421 of 1,075 construction-related deaths – nearly 39% of all fatalities. Most fatal falls (260) occurred from heights between 6 and 30 feet, with ladders and stairs involved in 109 incidents. These figures emphasise the ongoing need for comprehensive safety training to protect workers in the construction industry.

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    IPAF Releases New MEWP Operator Training Course

    As of Tuesday 14 January, IPAF is pleased to announce a comprehensive update to its globally recognised Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) Operator Training Course. The course content has been updated to reflect the latest industry developments, safety guidelines, and incident statistics, ensuring it continues to meet or exceed ISO 18878 standards.

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    IPAF training spans globe from A to Z to meet rising demand

    Who is qualified to maintain Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) is one of the questions that has been vexing the powered access industry for some time, now the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has taken the first steps towards developing internationally recognized qualifications for MEWP technicians.

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    IPAF ‘safety trail’ proves popular as Conexpo doors open

    PAF is demonstrating the importance of getting the basics right when using MEWPs for managers or operator at this year’s Conexpo in Las Vegas. IPAF is also highlighting key new requirements in the upcoming ANSI and Canadian standards to assist visitors to the stand in what they need to do in preparation to meet the new standards.

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    IPAF sets out draft MEWP service technician guidance

    Who is qualified to maintain Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) is one of the questions that has been vexing the powered access industry for some time, now the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has taken the first steps towards developing internationally recognized qualifications for MEWP technicians.