This strategy paper has been created following an industry-wide consultation into new eXtended Reality (XR) technologies including virtual reality (VR) and MEWP simulators. IPAF members worked with IPAF to produce a policy document on how virtual reality systems can be effectively and safely harnessed to train MEWP operators.
New eXtended Reality (XR) Technologies including virtual reality (VR) and MEWP simulators will soon be enhancing operator training, though not likely to replace practical testing for the foreseeable future, states a new strategy document from IPAF.
IPAF will officially launch its 2019 global safety campaign at the giant bauma construction equipment showcase near Munich, Germany, 8-14 April 2019. IPAF’s stand is confirmed as 711 in C4 hall of the exhibition site, and will also feature a sophisticated MEWP simulator, which proved very popular at IPAF’s events in 2018.
28 Jan 2019
IPAF Conference
IPAF Innovate Workshop 2019
IPAF Innovate returns for 2019, after the inaugural event last year in Texas. The event takes place at the Sheraton Chicago O’Hare Airport Hotel and will begin at noon on July 16 and finish noon on July 17 the following day, full details and booking will be available shortly.
16 - 17 July 2019
Sheraton Suites Chicago O'Hare 6501 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018, USA
IPAF has signed an agreement with ASEAMAC, the Spanish Rental Association, to collaborate on projects and events and to offer discounted affiliate rates on subscriptions and events to members of each organisation. The agreement was signed by Tim Whiteman, CEO & MD of IPAF, and Juan José Torres, President of ASEAMAC, at ASEAMAC’s Annual Conference in Madrid, Spain.
Global automotive manufacturer Renault is working to address global site safety concerns and has been raising awareness with a number of events aimed at management and safety employees, with assistance from IPAF representatives.
12 Jun 2019
Seminar/Workshop
HSE Forum
Join us for the inaugural Health, Safety and Environment Forum Bahrain.
Join us in the IPAF Safety Theatre for the topic of IPAF MEWPs for Managers. Targeted at safety professionals managing elevating work platforms a must to attend. Seats are limited so booking is essential.
Join us in the IPAF Safety Theatre for the topic of IPAF MEWPs for Managers. Targeted at safety professionals managing elevating work platforms a must to attend. Seats are limited so booking is essential.
Booking is now open for IPAF’s popular Elevation open meeting, conference and gala dinner, which is being reprised in 2019, at the same venue as last year, the DoubleTree by Hilton, Coventry, on 27 November, as the event line-up takes shape.
IPAF is pleased to again support UK Associations Week (17-21 June), which offers a chance for all British trade and membership organisations to celebrate the work they do, having been established in 2017 by the Institute of Association Leadership (IAL).
The Professional Development Seminar (PDS) is aimed at IPAF-certified instructors to ensure they remain up-to-date with legislation and training, but open to all IPAF members.
ICUEE - International Construction & Utility Equipment Exposition
IPAF will be exhibiting at ICUEE (International Construction & Utility Equipment Exposition), North America's largest utility and construction trade show. Stand number 5334 in the Safety, Tools, & Equipment Demos and More area (South Wing Hall).
1 - 3 October 2019
Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, KY 40209, United States
The full line-up of industry thought-leaders confirmed to lead the topic-specific work groups at Innovate 2019 has been announced, with the second edition of the new workshop, challenge and award-format event hosted by IPAF in Chicago, July 16-17.
Tim Whiteman has stepped down from the position of Managing Director and CEO of the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) after 15 years in the position. Former IPAF President Andy Studdert will act as interim CEO to provide continuity as Tim Whiteman hands over and while the search for a new CEO is conducted.
8 Jul 2019
Seminar/Workshop
IPAF Workshop Oman: Deliver Global Standard Training
Join us for a workshop on what IPAF training can bring to your business and the importance of the PAL Card. For more information contact uae@ipaf.org.
After several months of development and fine-tuning, IPAF has announced it is now ready for “controlled trials” of its PAL+ advanced operator assessment in a virtual reality (VR) environment using MEWP simulators at some members’ training centres.
12 Jul 2019
IPAF Conference
IPAF ElevAÇÃO Portugal
Participants will broaden their knowledge on MEWP safety and get the opportunity to network with industry colleagues. Book now!
OHSSAI has amplified calls from IPAF to increase take-up of comprehensive MEWP operator training in India, to help eradicate unsafe practices such as using ground controls to elevate untrained personnel to carry out work at height.
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.
