IPAF Boom Lift Training [Mobile Vertical 3A] [MEWP] Course [1 Day]

You will need to make your own provision for lunch. Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be provided throughout the course.

Please bring photographic proof of ID and any previous PAL card.

Please email the office with a site contact name, number and what3words reference. Please inform us of any site security requirements one week prior to your course.

Classroom
Please ensure there is a dry and warm classroom type space (15m² or 2.5m² per person, whichever is larger) with tables, chairs and wifi connection and full access to w.c. facilities.

Practical Training Area Requirements

A suitable practical training area must be available for the duration of the practical session.The training area must:

• Be large enough to safely operate the MEWP and allow completion of the Operator Practical Test Routes as detailed in Section 4 of the IPAF MEWP Training Manual.
• Provide a central operating area with a minimum radius of 75% of the maximum operating envelope of the specific MEWP being used.
• Include a suitable workface target positioned at a minimum height of 75% of the MEWP’s maximum platform height.
• Be cordoned off to prevent access by pedestrians and vehicles during training.
• Be free from debris, obstructions, and overhead hazards.
• Be available for the entire afternoon session without interruption.
• Be a suitable environment where the instructor can communicate clearly with all participants.

Please ensure all requirements are in place before the course commencement to allow the training to run safely and effectively.

Greenway Training will provide the machinery.

Candidates should arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled course in preparation for a prompt start and be dressed appropriately in work type clothing. They will need a safety helmet, high viz top, full body restraint harness & lanyard, safety boots and gloves.  Please contact the office if you need to hire PPE.

Before the day of the course: Candidates must download the IPAF EPAL app from either the Apple or Android store and register their account to receive their IPAF ID. This is essential to enable them to receive their IPAF license.

PPE
Candidates need a safety helmet, high viz top, full body restraint harness & lanyard, safety boots and gloves.

Equipment Requirements

A suitable and sufficient Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) must be provided for the practical training session. Before the course, please ensure the following requirements are met:

• The MEWP must have a current and valid Thorough Examination certificate.
• The MEWP must have been inspected by a competent person to confirm it is in safe working condition and operates correctly.
• The machine must be fully operational, fully charged/fuelled, and all required keys must be available.
• The platform must be clean and free from debris or obstructions.
• All control panels must be clearly visible, legible, and in good working order.
• The manufacturer’s operating instructions/manual must be available with the MEWP.
• Suitable harness anchor points must be provided on the MEWP where required.
• The machine selected must be appropriate for the training being delivered.

IPAF Boom Lift Training [Mobile Vertical 3A] [MEWP] Course [1 Day]

Do you require any reasonable adjustments? We offer aids for neurodiversity and sensory needs and can arrange with our instructors to adjust the learning pace of the session if required. All requests will be handled discreetly. Please advise the office five days prior to the course. Reasonable Adjustments Policy & Form.