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  • Andy Access

    Andy Access: Safe on-site servicing of MEWPs

    Are you servicing the MEWP safely when on-site? Servicing MEWPs on-site can create higher risks than workshop servicing.

    Added 27 Jan 2022
    Last updated 5 Nov 2024

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    Andy Access A27

  • Toolbox Talk

    SAFE ON-SITE SERVICING OF MEWPs TOOLBOX TALK

    Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) on-site servicing often carries higher risks than workshop servicing.

    Added 27 Jan 2022
    Last updated

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    Toolbox Talk A27

  • IPAF Council Meeting

    IPAF Annual General Meeting (AGM)

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    Join us for our 38th Annual General Meeting. Open to IPAF Members only.

    10 March 2022, 09:00 -09:45 (GMT)
    Millennium Gloucester Hotel, UK

  • News

    Formal Notice of the 38th IPAF Annual General Meeting

    This notice is to formally advise members that the next Annual General Meeting of the International Powered Access Federation will take place at 09:00hrs (UK) on March 10 2022 at the Millennium Gloucester Hotel, London.

  • News

    IPAF Summit 2022 speakers announced

    Speakers for the IPAF Summit in, London, UK, on 10 March 2022, have now been confirmed, and will be presenting on the theme of “The Evolution of Safety”.

  • News

    IPAF webinar offers reassurance over MCWP safety

    IPAF is to offer a free webinar aimed at re-establishing full confidence in the safety of MCWPs as a means to offer work at height solutions on all construction-project façade works, following a UK HSE MCWP safety alert that was issued back in May this year.

  • Case Study

    WOMEN IN POWERED ACCESS - DEBBIE LEWIS

    Debbie Lewis
    IPAF Independent Instructor, UK

    Added 18 Oct 2022
    Last updated 15 Nov 2022

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  • News

    IPAF works with Kerala chapter to spread India safety message

    An agreement between IPAF and a local chapter of the National Safety Council of India will see the two organisations work together in the state of Kerala to spread awareness about key risks and mitigations when working at height.

  • IPAF Professional Development Seminar (PDS)

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    The Professional Development Seminar (PDS) is aimed at IPAF-certified instructors to enable them to stay updated with UK & Ireland legislation and training, but is also open to all IPAF members. This PDS is sponsored by Hinowa, Palazzani, inspHire and Skyjack.

    7 December 2022, 18:30 - 19:45
    Online, Zoom

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    IPAF Publication Advertising Opportunities

    Each year, IPAF publishes four magazines for IPAF members and anyone with an interest in powered access. IPAF InForma for Italian-speakers, IPAF Journal for German-speakers, Powered Access magazine for the UK & Ireland audience and IPAF Elevating Safety for the US market. 

  • Presentations & Webinars

    IPAF Webinar: Why MCWPs are the best access system for facade work

    This webinar explores the benefits of using mast climbing work platforms for facade work over other available options. Also included is an update on the MCWP HSE Safety Alert issued earlier this year by the UK Health & Safety Executive (HSE), and interpretation of the safety elements in the MCWP European regulation EN1495. Webinar sponsored by: Alimak and Maber

    Added 21 Oct 2022
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  • News

    Judging panel announced for IAPAs 2023

    Judges for the International Awards for Powered Access (IAPAs) 2023 have been confirmed. Comprising five long-standing access experts, with a wealth of knowledge across the sector, the independent panel will assess entries across the 12 categories.

  • Directives, Laws & Standards

    Obtaining CE or UKCA Certification

    UK Market Conformity Assessment Bodies & EU Notified Bodies.

    Added 2 Nov 2022
    Last updated 9 Nov 2022

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  • 8827: What browsers does ePAL support on Android?

    The latest version of ePAL for Android (available from Google Play) supports the following browsers:

    • Google Chrome
    • Samsung Internet
    • Firefox
    • Microsoft Edge

    If you need help with the ePAL app, please raise a support ticket through ePAL under the ‘More’ section, at www.ipaf.org/support or email [email protected].

  • Technical Guidance

    MEWP Catapult Effect

    The catapult effect on a mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) occurs when stored energy or an impact to the MEWP’s superstructure causes a whiplash effect, which travels through the boom to the platform.

    Added 7 Nov 2022
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    MEWP Catapult Effect

  • News

    IPAF ELEVANDO set for in-person return

    IPAF ELEVANDO is set to return as an in-person event for the first time since the pandemic on November 10-11 in Querétaro, Mexico. The event is hosted by IPAF and covers developments in the powered access industry across all of Latin America.

  • Exhibition

    Platform Günleri

    Platform Günleri Etkinliği

    25-26 November 2022
    Tuzla’daki Autodrom, Istanbul, Turkey

  • Andy Access

    Andy Access: Operating MEWPs near roads

    Do you operate MEWPs near roads? Always work safely and set up an exclusion zone to protect the boom from entering a live road.

    Added 13 Dec 2022
    Last updated 5 Nov 2024

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    Andy Access A28

  • Andy Access

    Andy Access: Are your MEWP tyres safe to use?

    Are your MEWP tyres safe to use?

    Always check the condition of your tyres and wheels as part of your pre-use inspection.

    Added 11 Nov 2022
    Last updated 5 Nov 2024

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    Andy Access A29

  • Toolbox Talk

    OPERATING MEWPS ALONGSIDE ROADS TOOLBOX TALK

    Operating MEWPs alongside roads can cause death or serious injury to operators or members of the public if the tasks are not adequately planned and machinery not positioned correctly. Due to the close working environment and proximity with other equipment, passing vehicles, buildings and pedestrians, the risk of a MEWP being impacted is significantly increased.

    Added 13 Dec 2022
    Last updated

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    Toolbox Talk A28 EN

  • Toolbox Talk

    MEWP TYRE CONDITION TOOLBOX TALK

    Tyres on Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) can sometimes be the only contact points between the MEWP structure and the ground and are critical to the stability of the MEWP.

    The tyres, whether solid, air filled or polyurethane foam-filled support the weight of the machine while it is in use. In certain boom configurations this can be up to 80% of the total machine weight over one tyre.

    Added 11 Nov 2022
    Last updated

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    Toolbox Talk A29 EN

  • IPAF Professional Development Seminar (PDS)

    The Seminar is aimed at IPAF-certified instructors to ensure they remain up-to-date with legislation and training, but open to all IPAF members.

    2 February 2023, 09:00 - 16:00
    JCB Deutschland GmbH, Frechen, Germany

  • News

    IPAF issues new catapult effect safety awareness leaflet

    A safety awareness leaflet has been issued to warn users of MEWPs about the catapult effect, which can cause occupants to be ejected from the platform, leading to serious injury and death, especially if occupants are not wearing the correct PFPE.

  • IPAF Training Courses

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    IPAF’s ePAL app wins LLEAP Gold accolade

    IPAF’s ePAL mobile application for operators of MEWPs and MCWPs has been recognised by Lift & Access magazine in the US, being awarded a prestigious LLEAP Gold accolade in the Aftermarket Support Products & Services category.