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IPAF’s 2026 Global Safety Campaign “Check It!” Focuses on MEWP Inspections

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has today launched its 2026 Global Safety Campaign, titled “Check It!”, aimed at promoting the critical importance of pre-use inspections, proper maintenance and regular servicing of powered access equipment.

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    IPAF Asia Regional Council Meeting First Meeting of 2026

    The IPAF Asia Regional Council held its first meeting of 2026 on March 24 to outline strategic priorities, focusing on regional growth and collaborative initiatives. A primary topic of discussion was a proposed Regional Joint Campaign to encourage mandatory accident and near-miss reporting, as the council explores strategies to shift industry culture from "blame" toward proactive prevention.

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    IPAF LATAM: Strong Growth and Expanding Reach

    Across the region, we are seeing a significant increase in both new IPAF members joining the community and training activity being carried out at higher levels than ever before.

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    IPAF at APEX Show 2026: What to Expect

    IPAF is excited to announce that once again it will be exhibiting at the APEX Show 2026, taking place from 2–4 June 2026 at the MECC in Maastricht, Netherlands.

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    IPAF to exhibit at Arbeitssicherheit Schweiz 2026

    IPAF is event partner for Arbeitssicherheit Schweiz, where we will exhibit on May 20-21 2026 together with a selection of our IPAF training centre members – Driving Graubünden, Indupro AG, Kompetenzzentrum für Arbeitssicherheit AG and Swiss Logistic Academy AG. 

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    IPAF Launches New MEWP Spotter Training Course

    The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has released a new eLearning MEWP Spotter Training Course, designed for anyone who assists a mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) operator in safely manoeuvring a machine into position.

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    IPAF Summit & IAPAs rescheduled to mid-October

    IPAF and KHL Group announces that the 2026 International Awards for Powered Access (IAPAs) and the IPAF Summit, scheduled to be held in Istanbul, Turkey on 21 and 22 April, will be rescheduled to 14 and 15 October this year.

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    IPAF Member Survey 2026 Now Live

    IPAF’s 2026 Member Survey is now open, and we invite all members to take part.

    Your feedback plays a critical role in shaping the future direction of IPAF. By sharing your views and experiences, you will help guide us to better support members like you with the challenges you are facing.

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    IPAF releases updated ePAL app with new export tools and expanded pre-use checks

    IPAF has released ePAL version 3.2, introducing a range of new features designed to improve record keeping, data sharing and usability, alongside general stability and platform updates.

    Launched in June 2021, the ePAL app, developed by Trackunit, reached the one-million download mark in August 2025, and continues to see strong adoption across the powered access industry.

    The latest update strengthens ePAL’s role as a practical digital tool for powered access operators, supervisors and employers, making it easier to manage safety-critical information and demonstrate compliance when required.

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    IPAF Announced as Association Partner at HIREland 2026

    The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has been announced as Association Partner for HIREland 2026, the inaugural plant, tool and access hire exhibition taking place on 26 March 2026 at the National Show Centre, Dublin.

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    IPAF Elevando España 2026

    IPAF Elevando España, held on 5 February 2026 in Madrid, was once again a resounding success, bringing together industry leaders, professionals and partners to reinforce IPAF’s commitment to safety, training excellence and the continued professionalisation of the powered access sector.