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    IPAF relaunches portal in drive for better accident reporting

    IPAF has relaunched its global accident reporting portal as part of a major drive to gather the best quality data from around the world, demonstrating what analysis can teach us about improving safety in powered access with a webinar on the latest trends.

  • Technical Guidance

    COVID-19 Safe Operating Guidance - Using MEWPs, MCWPs and Hoists

    This document is intended to provide practical guidance on safety measures to minimise exposure to COVID-19 for anyone using MEWPs, MCWPs or Construction hoists for work activities.

    Added 11 May 2020
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  • Webinar

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    Register and join IPAF and Chris Wraith, a health and safety professional on how to use MEWPs (mobile elevating work platforms), MCWPs (mast climbing work platforms) and hoists safely to minimise the exposure to COVID-19 in your workplace. By following Government advice, planning and preparing in advance, and implementing the findings of risk assessments, it is possible to undertake most work activities safely.

    21 May 2020, 12.00pm UK time (GMT+1)
    Online via Teams Live

  • News

    IPAF issues guidance for safe working to minimise virus risk

    New guidance has been issued by IPAF to assist those using MEWPs, MCWPs, lifts and hoists to work safely and minimise risk from coronavirus. An accompanying free webinar will be published on Thursday 21 May, and thereafter available to view online.

  • Presentations & Webinars

    IPAF Webinar: COVID-19 Safe Operating Guidance

    Resources and recording of the webinar that took place on 21 May 2020, with presenter Chris Wraith, Health & Safety professional.

    Added 22 May 2020
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  • IPAF Council Meeting

    IPAF Italian Country Council Meeting (INIC)

    IPAF members only.

    June 2020 To be confirmed

  • IPAF Committee Meeting

    IPAF Italian Training Working Group (TWG) Meeting

    Members only.

    22 May 2020
    Via Zoom

  • IPAF Council Meeting

    IPAF Italian Country Council Meeting (INIC)

    Members only.

    15 September 2020
    TBC

  • Technical Guidance

    COVID-19 Guidance for Thorough Examination

    Guidance for where a Thorough Examination cannot be carried out on a MEWP, MCWP or Construction Hoist due to COVID-19

    Added 9 Jun 2020
    Last updated 9 Jun 2020

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  • News

    IPAF adds facial recognition to online operator theory module

    The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has modified its eLearning operator theory module to include facial recognition technology currently deployed as a security measure on its MEWPs for Managers eLearning course. By utilising the camera on the candidate’s device or computer, this ensures only the trainee under assessment is able to undergo the eLearning.

  • News

    IPAF lobbies UK HSE to secure guidance on renewing LOLERs

    New guidance has been issued by the UK HSE, following pressure from IPAF to clarify what should happen to machines on work sites that require an update to their safety certificates while the country is still in partial lockdown during the coronavirus outbreak.

  • News

    IPAF Summit & IAPAs moved to 2021

    The IPAF Summit & IAPAs 2020, scheduled to be held in London, UK, will now be held over until next year, owing to ongoing uncertainty around the coronavirus pandemic.

  • Webinar

    IPAF South East Asia Webinar

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    Webinar free to all Members and Non-members in South East Asia. The IPAF SEA Webinar in 2020 will be held this December, covering on topics that will aid you in your business administration and also diversifying your current business portfolio. Join Nigel Swavley of inspHire Australia and Kang Han Fei of Manitou Malaysia on 17th December 2020, at 4 pm for their insightful presentations.

    17 December 2020, 16:00 - 17:00 (GMT+8)
    Online

  • Webinar

    IPAF South East Asia Webinar

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    Webinar free to all Members and Non-members in South East Asia

    21 January 2021, 16:00 - 17:00 (GMT+8)
    Online

  • Webinar

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    Join the next webinar from IPAF to find out more about the importance of safe loading and unloading and what IPAF's training course covers.

    Webinar sponsored by Hinowa, MCS, JESH Heavy Industry Company Ltd, Green Power Design Astri Co Ltd and, Sunward Equipment Group.

    20 January 2021, 12.00pm UK time (GMT)
    Online via Zoom

  • Webinar

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    This webinar will look at the role of a MEWP Safe Use Plan in the prevention of accidents involving MEWPs. A Plan ensures that prior to putting a MEWP into operation, safe use protocols are in place to influence good behaviours. A Plan also confirms that effective management of risks associated with the work, and risks specific to the type of work, have been considered.

    Sponsored by Sunward, Hinowa, BrontoSkylift and Sinoboom.

    10 February 2021, 12.00pm UK time (GMT)
    Online via Zoom

  • Webinar

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    This webinar will look at the importance of selecting the correct MEWP for the job to enable work to be carried out safely and effectively.

    Sponsored by Hinowa, BrontoSkylift, Sinoboom and IMER Group USA.

    24 March 2021, 12.00pm UK time (GMT)
    Online via Zoom

  • Webinar

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    This webinar will explore issues around the future of environmental sustainability in the powered access industry and what we can do now to make a difference.

    Webinar exclusively sponsored by ZTR.

    20 May 2021, 12.00pm UK time (GMT+1)
    Online webinar

  • Webinar

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    Save the date for the IPAF webinar on electrification of powered access. Full details and registration coming soon.

    Webinar sponsored by Hinowa, Imer Group USA, Versalift and Skyjack.

    19 January 2022
    Online, Zoom

  • Webinar

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    Join the webinar to discover the true scope of IPAF’s training portfolio and why contractors, manufacturers and operators alike seek out IPAF as their number one choice of training provider in the powered access industry. You’ll hear from guest speakers as well as finding out about the latest course releases and what’s next in terms of planned new courses.

    Webinar sponsored by Hinowa and GemOne.

    5 October 2022, 12:00 GMT+1 (UK time)
    Online webinar, Zoom

  • Webinar

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    This webinar will explore what MEWP users need to understand and what industry stakeholders must consider. Registration opening soon.
    Webinar sponsored by Hinowa & Skyjack.

    14 December 2021, 12.00pm UK time (GMT)
    Online webinar

  • Presentations & Webinars

    IPAF Webinar: IPAF 2020 review and what does 2021 hold?

    IPAF presenters Giles Councell, Director of Operations and Romina Vanzi, Head of Regional Development & MCWPs look at what IPAF has been doing over 2020 despite the challenging climate, and what exciting projects are in store for 2021! This is the recording of the webinar that took place on 10 December 2020.

    Added 15 Dec 2020
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  • News

    SAVING LIVES INVITATION

    IPAF Members are invited to subscribe to No Falls Foundation Newsletter 'SAVING LIVES'

  • News

    IPAF members key part of supply chain during latest lockdown

    IPAF has assured its members and the wider industry that powered access operations remain a vital part of UK construction, facilities, processing and maintenance supply chains, and as such companies should continue to operate during the latest lockdown.

  • Featured Webinar

    North America Webinar: ANSI MEWP Standards

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    IPAFs Tony Groat and newly appointed North American council chair Bal Guerrero of United Rentals will be presenting IPAFs first webinar in North America. They will be discussing ANSI MEWP user responsibilities.

    25 February 2021, 11:00 (EST)
    Online

  • IPAF Professional Development Seminar (PDS)

    IPAF Latin America Professional Development Seminar (PDS)

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    Join Latin America's next PDS, 2 February 2021, it will take place over Zoom. The seminar is open to all IPAF Members, Instructors and Training Centre staff. For more information contact: [email protected]

    2 February 2021, 09:00-10:30 (BRT/GMT-3)
    Online, Via Zoom
    Sponsored by CMC

  • Seminar/Workshop

    Teupen Flag

    Join IPAF's Jason Woods and Teupen for The Middle East's next inspection workshop. The workshops are set up to support inspectors/engineers increasing your knowledge and expertise.

    26 January 2021, 13.00 (GST)
    Online, Via Microsoft Teams
    To register, contact [email protected]

  • Seminar/Workshop

    IPAF Innovate 2022

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    This interactive event includes workshops, presentations and networking opportunities. Attendees have the opportunity to collaborate with each other in a meeting of minds, to fuel innovative and creative ideas to share and find solutions in search of the industry's next breakthrough. With a limit of 100 registrants, sign-up today to ensure your place!

    Silver Break Sponsors: Skyjack and CTE North America
    Supporting Sponsor: Ruthmann Reachmaster

    28 September 2022
    Hyatt Regency O'Hare Hotel, Chicago, USA

  • IPAF Professional Development Seminar (PDS)

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    The Spanish Professional Development Seminar (PDS) is aimed at IPAF-certified instructors to ensure that they are up to date with changes in IPAF training and materials.

    25 March 2021, 10:00 (CET)
    Sponsored by CMC and Sinoboom