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    Recap: IPAF Elevation Switzerland 2024

    IPAF Elevation Switzerland 2024, held in Gränichen, brought together industry experts and professionals for a day of informative sessions, workshops and discussions. Followed by the IPAF Switzerland Awards ceremony, the event covered key developments within IPAF and the industry, training updates, and regulatory changes.

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    IPAF Elevation UK 2024: Secure your spot now!

    IPAF Elevation 2024, the UK’s standout event for the powered access industry, is fast approaching. Hosted by the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF), the annual event will take place on Thursday, 7 November 2024, at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole.

  • News

    European Rental Week 2024: “Working in Rental for a Sustainable Future"

    The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) supports European Rental Week, taking place from 14th to 20th October 2024. European Rental Week is an annual event that promotes the benefits and importance of the rental industry across Europe. It provides an opportunity for companies and associations to act together, raising awareness of the rental sector and its role in driving sustainability and innovation.

  • Featured News

    IPAF Middle East Conference: Safety, Innovation, and Growth in Riyadh

    The IPAF Middle East Conference, hosted at the Radisson Blu Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre, brought together industry professionals from around the world for a day of knowledge sharing, industry insights, and networking opportunities.

  • Exhibition

    Site Visit

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    Organised by IPAF, the site visit provides a unique opportunity to take a behind-the-scenes tour or attend an industry related worksite or place of interest. The site visit is planned for Wednesday afternoon – more information will be provide nearer the time. Attendance is free and open to IPAF Summit & IAPAs delegates and IPAF members. N.B. Pre-registration is essential.

    12 March 2025, Time TBC
    Venue TBC, Dublin, Ireland

  • Conference/Awards

    IPAF & IAPA Welcome Reception

    Held the evening prior to the IPAF Summit, the reception is €25 per person to attend and offers time to socialise and network in a relaxed and informal environment. Space is limited so book early to avoid disappointment.

    Booking open shortly, details to follow on the event website.

    12 March 2025, 19:00 - 21:00
    Dublin City Hall - The Rotunda, Dublin, Ireland

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    IPAF Summit 2025

    IPAF Summit 2025

    Held during the day, senior representatives gather from across the access community to hear from industry experts on the latest developments. High-profile speakers from rental companies, OEMs and government agencies present, debate and interact during the course of the day. Booking open shortly, details to follow on the event website.

    13 March 2025
    Dublin Royal Convention Centre, Dublin, Ireland

  • Conference/Awards

    IAPA Dinner & Awards

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    International Awards for Powered Access are held in the evening. Jointly organised by Access International and IPAF, these independently judged awards are considered by many as the industry benchmark. The celebratory evening commences with pre-dinner drinks followed by the dinner and awards. Booking open shortly, details to follow on the event website.

    13 March 2025, 19:00 - 23:00
    Dublin Royal Convention Centre, Dublin, Ireland

  • News

    Working at Height Awards finalists announced

    The Working at Height Conference & Awards, created and organized by the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) and Access, Lift & Handlers (ALH) magazine, will take place on November 20 at Music City Center in Nashville. This new event, which combines IPAF’s annual North American Innovate event and ALH’s long-standing ALH Conference & Awards, will highlight the use of aerial platforms to improve site productivity and safety.

  • Exhibition

    PPE & RESCUE SOLUTIONS EXPO 2024

    PPE & RESCUE SOLUTIONS EXPO 2024

    13 - 15 November 2024
    Lugano, Switzerland

  • Andy Access

    Andy Access: Extension decks

    Retract extension decks before lowering. Check all four corners are clear of obstructions before you lower the platform.

    Added 25 Oct 2024
    Last updated

    Resource also available in:

    Andy Access A36

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    Andy Access: Don’t get hit at height!

    Don’t get hit at height! Never elevate the platform if there is a risk of being hit by other equipment.

    Added 25 Oct 2024
    Last updated

    Resource also available in:

    Andy Access A37

  • Andy Access

    Andy Access: Safe Crossing

    Safe Crossing. Self-propelled MEWPs must always be transported on a trailer or vehicle across rail tracks.

    Added 22 Nov 2024
    Last updated 22 Nov 2024

    Resource also available in:

    A34

  • Toolbox Talk

    MEWPs and Railway Infrastructure Toolbox Talk

    This Toolbox Talk provides information on the associated hazards and risks involved with mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) working near railways and crossing active and non-active rail crossings.

    Added 22 Nov 2024
    Last updated 17 Dec 2024

    Resource also available in:

    Toolbox Talk A34 EN

  • News

    Working at Height winners announced

    North America’s access and rental industry celebrated its finest on the evening of 20 November, with six winners receiving top honours at the inaugural Working at Height Conference & Awards.

  • Films & Videos

    MEWP Incident Review - Push Around Vertical (PAV) Loading

    This video shows the reconstruction of a real incident that occurred early in the morning at Horizon Platform's MEWP rental yard in March 2021, in the UK. It demonstrates how easily accidents can happen when loading or unloading Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) onto delivery vehicles.

    Added 28 Nov 2024
    Last updated 15 Apr 2025

    Resource also available in:

    IPAF MEWP Incident Review - Push Around Vertical (PAV) Loading

  • News

    IPAF Asia Conference 2024: Renaissance Nanjing Olympic Centre Hotel

    The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is delighted to announce the IPAF Asia Conference 2024, a premier two-day event scheduled for 1-2 August at the Renaissance Nanjing Olympic Centre Hotel. This event promises to be an insightful gathering of the global powered access community, offering opportunities to learn, network, and share best practices.

  • Exhibition

    SAIA-3003 Annual Convention Logo_

    IPAF is proud to be attending the SAIA Annual Convention & Exposition 2024.

    30 September - 4 October 2024, 09:00 - 17:00
    Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center

  • News

    IPAF Appoints Randy Marzicola as VP – North America

    The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Randy Marzicola as VP - North America. With an extensive background in business development, strategic partnerships, and market expansion, Marzicola brings a wealth of experience to IPAF and will play a key role in enhancing IPAF's services and member recruitment across North America.

  • News

    IPAF Asia Conference 2024: Powered Access Industry Leaders Gather in Nanjing

    The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) successfully hosted the IPAF Asia Conference 2024 on 1-2 August at the Renaissance Nanjing Olympic Centre Hotel. The two-day event brought together over 240 industry professionals from China, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong and Taiwan, to discuss the latest trends emerging across the powered access industry. 

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    Meet the Customer Services Team!

    IPAF continues to grow with over 1,600 members in 80 countries and regions. We are committed to supporting our members in accessing IPAF’s services, providing timely and accurate guidance and advice in a friendly and helpful manner. 

  • Technical Guidance

    Service, Inspection, and Maintenance Of MEWPs

    Mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) are considered to be one of safest ways of performing temporary work at height. This technical guidance explores the importance for all MEWPs to be kept in a safe working condition throughout their working life to ensure continued safe and efficient operation over time.

    Added 9 Aug 2024
    Last updated

    Resource also available in:

    Pre-Use inspection of MEWP

  • VP - North America

    Randy Marzicola

    Randy Marzicola

  • News

    IPAF Updates Service, Inspection and Maintenance of MEWPs Leaflet in 10 Languages

    The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is pleased to announce the release of its updated leaflet on the service, inspection, and maintenance of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs). This comprehensive leaflet has been updated to reflect the current industry landscape and is now available in ten languages: English, French, German, Italian, Korean, Chinese simplified, Portuguese, Spanish, Turkish, and Dutch.

  • IPAF Conference

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    Organised by IPAF, the International Powered Access Federation, IPAF ELEVAÇÃO PORTUGAL, in its fourth edition, follows the pattern of other similar events that IPAF organises in various other parts of the world.
    In this edition, the event will be organised in partnership with CENFIC - Centro de Formação Profissional da Indústria da Construção Civil e Obras Públicas do Sul.

    30 October 2024
    CENFIC, Lisbon, Portugal

  • IPAF Professional Development Seminar (PDS)

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    10 October 2024
    The Rosendale, Stationsplein 5a-b 4702 VX Roosendaal