When working in a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) at height, you must be aware of the risk of tools, materials and equipment falling from the platform with the potential to injure people working at ground level. It is essential that any items likely to fall are properly secured within the envelope of the platform’s guardrails.
A promising future lies ahead for members of IPAF Switzerland, which celebrates its 18th birthday this year with announcements on key improvements to its quality MEWP training programme, including updates to courses, digitalisation of delivery and the ePAL mobile app that already has more than 2,000 daily Swiss users.
The webinar explores the findings of the latest IPAF Rental Market Report 2023. The annual report studies a selection of countries/regions on the powered access market size, market dynamics, investments, market trends and drivers, and operational aspects.
IPAF has agreed an official memorandum of understanding committing to closer co-operation in the realm of work at height safety with the Korea Crane Association.
A global safety campaign pointing out risks of working at height in the vicinity of power lines will be among the messages promoted by IPAF at the APEX event on 6-8 June.
5 Jun 2023
Conference/Awards
Foro ASEAMAC 2024
Get involved in the ASEAMAC 2024 forum and discover everything the machinery and equipment rental sector can offer you!
The IPAF Summit is a high-profile conference bringing together senior representatives from across the access community to discuss and debate the latest developments in our industry.
Don’t Overload the Platform. Overloaded platforms can become unstable, always understand the machine limits before operating. Distribute the load evenly to prevent overturns.
Comprehensive new guidance outlining key principles and ways to reduce risks when using MEWPs in the vicinity of power lines, with the aim of helping to reduce electrocution and electric shock incidents, has been launched by IPAF at Conexpo.
16 Mar 2023
Quebexpo 2023
IPAF will be exhibiting alongside IPAF Member Sylme Consultant at the expo.
28 March 2023, 10:00 - 20:00 (EST)
Centrexpo Cogeco Drummondville 550, rue Saint-Amant, Drummondville (Québec) J2C 6Z3
Bookings are open for IPAF Elevation 2023, which will take place 16-17 November 2023 at The Belfry Hotel & Resort. The event schedule will be coming soon.
16-17 November 2023, Times TBC
The Belfry Hotel & Resort, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B76 9PR
The IPAF Summit & IAPAs 2023 in Berlin, Germany, on 20 April, are a complete sell-out for the second year running, following a two-year hiatus in physical events during the pandemic. Site visit and networking reception details have also been announced.
Book now to reserve a place at the annual IPAF ELEVANDO España event, which will be hosted at the Hotel Abba Euskalduna in Bilbao in the Basque region on 25-26 April.
IPAF representatives will attend Dansk Liftmesse 2023, the first expo focused solely on MEWPs in Denmark, which will be held in Slagelse near Copenhagen on 11-12 May.
The winners of the 2023 International Awards for Powered Access (IAPAs) have been announced at a gala ceremony on 20 April at the H4 Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz, the first time the celebratory event has been held in Germany’s capital. The host location for the 2024 IPAF Summit & IAPAs event was announced as Copenhagen, Denmark.
24 Apr 2023
IPAF Conference
IPAF Elevation Benelux 2023
Visit the website to view the full program
6 - 7 September 2023
Rotterdam, Netherlands
De Kuip Rotterdam Van Zandvlietplein 1, 3077 AA Rotterdam
In 2023 the International Powered Access Federation, IPAF is celebrating 40 years since its formation back in 1983 from the merger of two associations; International Federation of Hydraulic Platform Manufacturers (IFHPM) and International Work Platform Association (IWPA).
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IPAF North America Webinar: Compact Lift Safety - Guidance and Best Practices
In this webinar, learn practical guidance and best practices for safely operating and working around compact lifts. Discover different types of compact lifts, associated hazards, and proper use of personal protective equipment. Topics include safe working at height, proper positioning, and safe use of controls. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge and confidence in working with compact lifts.
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.
