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  • Toolbox Talk

    Toolbox Talk: The Importance of Safety Systems Fitted to MEWPs

    This Toolbox Talk provides information on the types of safety systems fitted to MEWPs, and the consequences that could happen if they are interfered with.

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  • Seminar/Workshop

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    Join us for a premier height safety event in the UAE, proudly supported by the Abu Dhabi Public Health Center (ADPHC). This gathering emphasises the importance of safe work at height, showcasing international best practices, regulatory insights, and innovative solutions from the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) and many more.

    26 October 2025
    Abu Dhabi, UAE

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    Minutes & Official Documents

    IPAF Asia Regional Council

    Minutes from the IPAF Asia Regional Council meetings.

    Added 8 Sep 2025
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  • Technical Guidance

    THE PRINCIPLES OF MEWP RECOVERY AND RESCUE

    To comply with international and regional safety standards, Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) are fitted with platform and ground controls as well as emergency/auxiliary lowering systems.

    Employers and users must develop a documented recovery and rescue plan that is specific to the task, the MEWP being used and the site. The plan should outline the procedures for executing emergency operations required to recover and rescue personnel either from within the platform of the MEWP involved in the incident, or from a suspended position following a fall arrest.

    Added 9 Sep 2025
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  • Seminar/Workshop

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    Working at height is one of the most critical safety challenges across industries, and ensuring competence saves lives. This event brings together professionals, safety leaders, and operators to share insights on global best practices, regulatory updates, and the latest innovations in powered access equipment. Attendees will benefit from expert-led sessions, live demonstrations, and networking opportunities with industry peers. Whether you’re a safety manager, site supervisor, or equipment operator, this event equips you with the knowledge to reduce risks, improve compliance, and build a stronger safety culture. By attending, you not only strengthen your organization’s safety standards but also demonstrate your commitment to protecting people and enhancing operational efficiency.

    18 October 2025
    Doha, Qatar

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    Minutes & Official Documents

    Hong Kong Workgroup

    Minutes from the IPAF Hong Kong Workgroup meetings.

    Added 21 Aug 2025
    Last updated 8 Sep 2025

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    Minutes & Official Documents

    IPAF Malaysia Workgroup

    Minutes from the IPAF Malaysia Workgroup meetings.

    Added 8 Sep 2025
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    IPAF’s Women in Powered Access Initiative

    IPAF’s Women in Powered Access Initiative aims to recognise and celebrate the contributions of women in powered access, as well as outlining career pathways for women both already in the industry and those looking to enter it. 

  • Case Study

    Women in Powered Access - PETRA KOLMANOVÁ

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

    Added 25 Sep 2025
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    WOMEN IN POWERED ACCESS - SOPHIE BEEBY

    SOPHIE BEEBY
    CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER, VERSALIFT UNITED KINGDOM, UK

    Added 5 Nov 2024
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    WOMEN IN POWERED ACCESS - JOYCE GÖTTGENS-KEIJBETS

    JOYCE GÖTTGENS-KEIJBETS
    PLANNER, COLLE RENTAL & SALES, NETHERLANDS

    Added 5 Mar 2025
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  • Technical Guidance

    Remounting a MEWP onto a Vehicle Chassis

    Mounting or remounting a mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) onto a new or different vehicle chassis than the original chassis supplied by the manufacturer is a specialist task that requires both in-depth engineering knowledge and consideration of the MEWP and vehicle manufacturer’s technical specifications.

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    Minutes & Official Documents

    IPAF Irish Country Council (ICC) Rules

    The IPAF Irish Country Council, hereinafter referred to as the ICC, is responsible for the development and implementation of activities aimed at achieving the objectives of IPAF in Ireland / on the island of Ireland, representing all IPAF members in the region.

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    IPAF United Kingdom Country Council (UKCC)

    The IPAF United Kingdom Country Council, hereinafter referred to as the UKCC, is responsible for the development and implementation of activities aimed at achieving the objectives of IPAF in the United Kingdom, representing all IPAF members in the region.

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  • News

    The Critical Importance of Reporting Powered Access Accidents

    Accidents involving Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs), Mast Climbing Work Platforms (MCWPs) and Construction Hoists (CHs) may not always make headlines – but every incident, whether minor or serious, holds crucial insight that can help prevent future harm. At IPAF, we believe transparent and consistent accident reporting is the cornerstone of improving safety in the powered access industry.

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    IPAF Training Committee

    Minutes of the IPAF Training Committee.

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    IPAF North America Regional Council Meeting Minutes

    Minutes and documents from the IPAF North America Regional Council.

    These minutes should not be copied or passed on to non-members. Minutes are sent to participating members.

    Added 21 Aug 2025
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    IPAF Training

    The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) training programme is globally recognised, developed by leading industry professionals and available in multiple languages across a worldwide network of more than 900 

  • Publication

    IPAF-Journal

    Krafthand Media has published this year's edition of the German-language IPAF-Journal magazine. The circulation of 40,000 copies is distributed through IPAF member companies and training centres to customers, course participants and other interested parties, as well as through the recipients of bd-baumaschinenendienst and GaLaBau magazines to companies in the construction industry.

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  • Exhibition

    Sécurité au Carré

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    Save the date for the salon romand Sécurité au Carré to be held on 3rd-4th September 2025 in Lausanne, Switzerland. This must-attend French-language event brings together professionals in occupational safety, working at height and on platforms, as well as health and prevention.

    3 - 4 September 2025
    Lausanne, Switzerland

  • Featured Toolbox Talk

    MEWP Familiarisation Toolbox Talk

    The mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) may be significantly different than the MEWP the operator was trained on. Accidents can occur from operating an unfamiliar MEWP, for example by moving the platform in the opposite direction than intended, or by incorrectly setting up the outriggers.

    Added 25 Mar 2025
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    IPAF Spain Country Council Meeting

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    For more information, contact ainara.greno@ipaf.org.

    17 September 2025
    Madrid, Spain

  • Sustainability Pathways eLearning

  • Featured News

    New IPAF MEMBER BENEFIT: SUSTAINABILITY PATHWAYS ELEARNING

    In support of the UK government’s ‘Build Back Greener’ strategy and the national target to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, this new member benefit provides access to tailored online sustainability learning pathways via the Supply Chain Sustainability School.

  • News

    IPAF Official Statement – Misuse of Transport Platforms Outside EN Standards

    It has come to the attention of IPAF that certain construction hoist manufacturers are marketing equipment, described as ‘transport systems’ or other similar terminology, that look like transport platforms, but with operating speeds and passenger capacities that exceed the limits set for a transport platform in the European standard EN 16719.  

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    Andy Access: Never Interfere with Safety Systems

    Never interfere with safety systems.

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  • 14932: What is meant by Recovery?

    Recovery can be defined as the retrieval/lowering of a platform from the elevated position to the transport/stowed position, or a place of safety with or without personnel in the platform. The lowering of the platform is done via the ground controls, or if they are inoperative, the emergency/auxiliary lowering system. Examples of when recovery is required:

    • Medical incident or emergency
    • MEWP malfunction
    • Load sensing system has activated meaning the platform controls are inoperative
    • Entrapment of an operator
    • A platform occupant suspended in a safety harness
    • Operator error

  • 14933: What is meant by Rescue?

    Rescue is when a MEWP platform is unable to be lowered, and the platform occupants require rescuing. This can be due to:

    • Inoperative ground and platform primary controls
    • Inoperative emergency lowering controls
    • Entanglement
    • MEWP becoming unstable and is at risk of overturn
    • A technical fault with a platform levelling system

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    MEWP Rescue Plan Toolbox Talk

    To comply with regional legislation, standards, and best practice, a Rescue Plan should be developed, documented, and communicated before anyone operates a MEWP.  

    Added 21 Jan 2025
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  • Publication

    Powered Access: Now 100% Digital

    Powered Access is now a dedicated digital platform, created through an exciting collaboration between IPAF and the Chartered Institute of Building’s award-winning Construction Management brand.

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