IPAF’s Technical & Safety department has issued global guidance on the remounting of second-hand MEWP equipment on a different chassis. The guidance emphasises the difficulty and high level of engineering expertise required to mount MEWPs on a chassis other than those for which they were originally designed, cautioning that “failure to mount or re-mount a MEWP correctly can and has led to serious accidents worldwide”.
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is hosting its first-ever event in collaboration with Platformder – IPAF Platform Turkey 2025 – in Istanbul from 29 to 30 April 2025.
IPAF is excited to announce its participation in Bauma 2025, the world’s leading trade fair for construction and machinery, held every three years in Munich, Germany.
The IPAF Summit 2025, in partnership with Access International, focused on going beyond regulations to emphasise the intrinsic benefits of proactive safety leadership, continuous training and a commitment to best practices that protect workers and enhance productivity. Through expert talks, real-world case studies, and interactive discussions, attendees gained practical strategies to create a culture where safety isn’t just a requirement – it’s a core value.
MEWP overturn incidents often result in serious injuries or fatalities. Instability leading to overturn is commonly among the top four causes of lost time incidents (LTIs) annually, according to global data.
