IPAF Powered Access Operator Training - Two Categories - Scissor Lift (3A) and Mobile Boom (3B)

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£230 per delegate. This may be less for special offers on specific course dates and in-company training courses

Duration: 1 day

Trainer: R464SC

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Course Overview
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Course Overview:

- Course has both Theory & Practical elements both need to be passed, this course is designed to enable operators to manoeuvre, drive & position the MEWPs safely & proficiently
- This course will be run on Scissor lift & Boom lift
- A light lunch will be provided to delegates attending this course

Course Content:

- Awareness of different types of MEWPs
- Safe operation of MEWPs & limitations of use
- Pre-use checks, inspection & function tests
- Planning the route before operating the MEWP
- Traveling the route and maneuvering the MEWP
- Setting up the MEWP for work
- Basic operational practice
- Achievement testing
- Selection & use of fall arrest equipment
- Log book issue
- Course review & close

By the end of the course, the delegate will:

- Be fully aware of the relevant Health & Safety regulations & Accident prevention & Control
- Be fully aware of the needs regarding personal protection equipment
- Be able to maneuver the machine as required & drive the machine proficiently & safely
- Be able to correctly position & carry out the required tasks in a correct & proper manner

Who Should Attend:

If you need to work at height & use access equipment (MEWPs):

- IPAF believes that you should receive basic training
- In addition to your main job, e.g. electrician, painter, decorator, cleaner, you will acquire a new skill
- Platforms are designed to be easy to use & offer a safe way to work at height, but with basic training you will use the equipment more effectively &safely

If you are an employer:

- You can be sure that legal requirements have been fulfilled if your platform operators have the PAL card
- Most legislation, covering Health & Safety obligations, accident prevention & work at height regulations, requires you to provide employees with proper & adequate training in the use of work equipment
- IPAF training to the highest standard means that your platform operators will also work more efficiently & productively

Course Entry Criteria:

- Applicants should be at least 16 years old and physically fit
- It is desirable (but not mandatory) that applicants have had driving experience as an indication of dexterity

Qualification:

- Training for this course can be undertaken on the following categories: 1a, 1b, 3a & 3b
- The course is for a duration of 1 - 3 days, depending on the number of categories required
- On successful completion delegates will receive a PAL (Powered Access Licence) Photo ID card giving instant recognition of identity & the categories accredited
- The card is valid for 5 years, after which the delegate need to be re-assessed

The course either has new dates in data loading, or is only run as a dedicated or In Company course.

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