Our IPAF Operator (3A & 3B) Course delivers a minimum of 7 hours of instruction and is designed to instruct up to a maximum ratio of 4 delegates per instructor, providing training to prepare and safely operate Mobile Vertical (Scissorlift) and Mobile Boom (Cherrypicker) in the workplace.
The IPAF (International Powered Access Federation) certification is an internationally recognised qualification for use of such machinery. More than 100,000 operators are trained each year through a worldwide network of training centers. As an approved training center, we are audited by IPAF annually. Training generally lasts one to two days and is a mixture of theory and practice.
This course consists of an instructor led training room presentation, written assessment, practical training and assessment.
This course is aimed at individuals with previous operating experience who are or will be responsible for using Cherry Pickers and Scissor Lifts in the workplace. If operatives have little or no experience, or additional practice time may be required, please view our IPAF Operator (Novice) Course.
Similarly, since the inspection, operation and use of MEWPs can be physically demanding, users should be physically fit and in good health and should, generally, not have problems with eyesight or hearing, heart disease, high blood pressure, epilepsy, fear of heights / vertigo, giddiness / difficulty with balance, impaired limb function, alcohol or drug dependence or psychiatric illness.
If you have any problems with literacy or language comprehension, or have any doubts about your fitness to use an MEWP, you must bring them to the attention of your employer. This need not preclude you from using MEWPs, provided your employer conducts an assessment and is able to put into place adequate measures, to take account of any difficulties you may have.
Successful delegates will receive an IPAF 3A/3B Operator ePAL license valid for 5 years from the course date. They will also gain an understanding of current legislation and best practice on a range of MEWPs; including carrying out a pre-use inspection and safe operation in line with approved methods and the manufacturer's instructions.
As of June 2021, all successful delegates are registered through the IPAF Digital Card License Application (ePAL) system, making your IPAF certification accessible via the ePAL app on iOS and Android. This is inclusive within the course price.
For a physical copy of your IPAF Certificate and PAL Card, an additional charge of £12.50 + VAT per delegate is incurred. Please ensure this is requested prior to the course date or at our reception desk on the day of your course, otherwise it will be treated as a replacement certificate at £35.00 + VAT each.
The agenda for the IPAF Operator - 3A/3B course includes:
Introduction to IPAF and MEWPs
Pre-theory test
Legislations, Regulations, Standards and Best Practice
MEWP categories explained
Structural parts identified
Pre-use inspection/handover requirements
Safe operating methods and hazards to be observed
Post-theory tests
Practical training on selected categories
Practical assessment on selected categories
"Really enjoyed this course found it very helpful. Looking to come back in the future for another one" - Sean McDonnell
"Great guys and made to feel welcome. Will be seeing you again soon for another course" - Daniel Robinson
"I felt very comfortable with the instructor, he went through everything with me for the practical so I felt confident" - Robert Bragg
"That was a hell of a tough day of training, especially the practical part, but I really enjoyed it!" - Hugh Inkpen
