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    Andy Access Short: Be Street Smart!

    Before setting up a MEWP on a road have in place a traffic management plan and an exclusion zone.

    Added 6 Sep 2023
    Last updated 15 Apr 2025

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  • Presentations & Webinars

    IPAF Webinar: High Voltage! Safety Campaign 2023

    Electrocutions involving MEWPs are one of the main causes of fatalities in the powered access industry. This webinar underpins IPAF’s international safety campaign 2023 - High Voltage! which identifies hazards and risks associated with working near power lines and explains how to avoid them and work safely.

    Added 27 Oct 2023
    Last updated 15 Apr 2025

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  • News

    IPAF guidance helps keep festive decorations work safe

    Workers and managers using MEWPs to install and remove seasonal decorations and lights are being urged to use a comprehensive technical guidance booklet that can help to avoid safety issues and to mitigate the key risks involved.

  • Presentations & Webinars

    IPAF Webinar: Recruiting the Next Generation

    This is the third webinar in the three-part IPAF Women in Powered Access series an outcome of the IPAF Women in Powered Access Initiative. Host Ali Moore is joined by panellist speakers Charlotte Bennett, Carolin Bautzmann and Francesca Marchesini.

    Added 10 Apr 2024
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    Scheduled Maintenance

    Please be advised that there will be scheduled maintenance and possible disruption or downtime across our systems listed below on Tuesday, April 30, 17:00 – 22:00 GMT+1.

  • IPAF Professional Development Seminar (PDS)

    Italian PDS 2024

    Theoretical Part: 02 February 2024 - Practical Part: 08 March 2024
    Theoretical Part: Zoom - Practical Part: SILAQ Peschiera Borromeo (MI)

  • Featured Presentations & Webinars

    IPAF Webinar: Work Life Balance

    This is the second webinar in the three-part IPAF Women in Powered Access series an outcome of the IPAF Women in Powered Access Initiative. Host Ali Moore is joined by panellist speakers Caroline Woodward, Pamela Penny and Marta Lucani.

    Added 21 Jul 2022
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  • News

    SHORTLISTED ENTRANTS REVEALED FOR IAPAS 2024 CATEGORIES

    As the anticipation builds for the International Awards for Powered Access 2024 (IAPAs), the shortlist can now be revealed following a meeting of the judges last week. Scheduled to take place on 14 March at the Scandic Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark, the 2024 edition of the IAPAs promises to showcase the industry's commitment to excellence, safety, sustainability, and innovation.

  • Andy Access

    Andy Access: Operating MEWPs from the Ground Controls

    Never elevate the platform occupants from the ground controls. There is an increased risk of crushing/entrapment if you elevate people from the ground control position.

    Added 25 Jan 2024
    Last updated 6 Nov 2024

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  • Toolbox Talk

    The Risks of Operating MEWPs from the Ground Controls Toolbox Talk

    Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) are supplied with both ground and platform controls to comply with International MEWP design standards. Manufacturer’s operators’ manuals identify that the primary operator control station is in the platform and that the ground controls should only be used to carry out pre-use inspections without anyone in the platform, or for emergency descent purposes as part of a rescue plan.

    Added 25 Jan 2024
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  • Andy Access

    Andy Access: Don’t get hit at height!

    Don’t get hit at height! Never elevate the platform if there is a risk of being hit by other equipment.

    Added 25 Oct 2024
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  • 9921: What hazard can be introduced by pushing in the emergency stop?

    On some MEWPs, activating the emergency stop switch at the platform controls can affect the warnings given to the occupants of the platform.

  • 9922: Can I use the emergency stop in the MEWP platform to isolate the controls while the platform is elevated?

    The practice of using the emergency stop to isolate controls may no longer be appropriate on some MEWPs. MEWP operators should be trained and familiarised, and they should follow the MEWP manufacturer’s operating instructions as to how this should be achieved, and if it is recommended.

  • News

    Entries Now Open for the IAPAs 2025, Bookings Available for IPAF Summit

    The International Awards for Powered Access 2025 (IAPAs) are now open for entries, and bookings are available for the IPAF Summit. Taking place in Dublin on March 13 2025, the IAPAs celebrate excellence in the powered access industry. The past three IAPAs (London 2022, Berlin 2023, Copenhagen 2024) were all sell-out events. To avoid disappointment, early booking is encouraged...

  • Case Study

    WOMEN IN POWERED ACCESS - TARA-CHELISE FOSBROOK

    TARA-CHELISE FOSBROOK
    MARKETING MANAGER, VERSALIFT UNITED KINGDOM, UK

    Added 5 Nov 2024
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    WOMEN IN POWERED ACCESS - GEMMA CLOTHIER

    GEMMA CLOTHIER
    HEAD OF HR, VERSALIFT EUROPE, UK

    Added 5 Nov 2024
    Last updated 5 Nov 2024

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  • Case Study

    WOMEN IN POWERED ACCESS - SOPHIE BEEBY

    SOPHIE BEEBY
    CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER, VERSALIFT UNITED KINGDOM, UK

    Added 5 Nov 2024
    Last updated 5 Nov 2024

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  • News

    IPAF Elevation UK 2024: Safety, Diversity, and Innovation in Powered Access

    The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) successfully hosted its annual Elevation UK event, celebrating safety advancements, diversity, and technological innovations in powered access. With a strong focus on promoting safe practices, advancing training standards, and fostering inclusivity, the event highlighted IPAF’s ongoing commitment to creating a safer and more welcoming environment for everyone in the powered access industry.

  • News

    Cameron Reid Appointed New Chair of IPAF’s MCWP & Hoist International Committee

    The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Cameron Reid as the new Chair of the Mast Climbing Work Platforms (MCWP) & Hoist International Committee. In his new role, Reid will lead IPAF’s mission to promote the safe and effective use of Mast Climbing Work Platforms and Construction Hoists worldwide through technical expertise, guidance, and training to meet industry standards and regulations.

  • News

    IPAF Releases Global Safety Report 2024, Embraces Digital-Only Format

    The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is proud to announce the release of its highly anticipated Global Safety Report 2024. This year marks a significant milestone as the report transitions to a digital-only format, aligning with IPAF’s three-year strategic plan focused on digitisation and sustainability.

  • News

    In Memoriam: John Barker (1936-2024), IPAF's First President

    It is with great regret that we announce the passing of John Barker, a pioneering figure in the powered access industry and the first President of the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF). John passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 7th, 2024, at the age of 88, after a battle with late-stage prostate cancer.

  • Save the date for the 2024 IPAF Elevation UK. This year, the event will start with a Women in Powered Access networking event, followed by a networking lunch, afternoon conference and Gala Dinner with entertainment.

    7 November 2024, 11:00 - 22:30
    Hilton Birmingham Metropole, UK

  • Presentations & Webinars

    IPAF Webinar - Sharing Success Stories: How IPAF Enhances Safety and Business in the MCWP and Hoist Sector

    This webinar hosted guest speakers from the hoist and mast climbing industry and was conducted in a relaxed discussion style format. Guests shared their business stories, challenges faced, how they overcame them, and highlighted how membership of IPAF has been pivotal to the success of their business operations.

    Added 19 Jul 2024
    Last updated 15 Apr 2025

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