IPAF.org Global / en-gb

Please note, the IPAF Swiss office is closed until 12.00 Friday 23 September. For enquiries, contact the IPAF head office

Tree Worker Guidance

Tree Worker on a MEWP

Added 1 Jan 2018

Last updated 1 Jan 2018

Safety tips for the use of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) in the tree care industry.

Documents

Tree Worker Guidance (T4 UK02 16-001) (937.43KB)

Technical Guidance

IPAF Safe use of MEWPs to manage trees and vegetation

Mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) are a safe way of providing temporary access at height for tree care work and vegetation control. Overgrown or overhanging trees and vegetation require management and MEWPs provide an ideal solution for this. This task is necessary in both urban and rural locations – often in public areas close to pedestrians and passing traffic. Pruning or removing branches can be a hazardous task, especially if trees are in the proximity of power lines or communications cables or the platform is poorly positioned in relation to the work area.

Added 21 Sep 2022

Last updated 21 Sep 2022

Resource also available in:
Technical Guidance

Safe Use of MEWPs in Public Areas

This document is intended to highlight the relevant hazards and associated risks when a MEWP is to be used in public areas, which are often more challenging to control than other work sites. Identify measures that can be implemented to eliminate or reduce the risk of an incident or injury when using a MEWP in locations where public and/or vehicles are not prohibited, ie not on fixed construction sites or defined commercial premises.

Added 10 Mar 2022

Last updated 10 Mar 2022

Resource also available in:

ePAL in Hand - Safety