IPAF Operator: 3a (Scissor) & 3b (Boom) Full day course with classroom theory

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 27 April 2026
LOCATION
Markyate
TYPE
Other
LEVEL
Not specified
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Safe operation of Mobile Vertical lifts Safe operation of Mobile Booms Daily maintenance of powered access equipment Selecting the right machine for the job Inspecting MEWPs for use on-site PPE best practices Harness and lanyard usage Health and safety regulations

FULL DESCRIPTION

IPAF Operator: 3a (Scissor) & 3b (Boom) Full day course with classroom theory

Company: [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]

Location: Markyate, Hertfordshire

Price: £225.00

Date: 02 Apr

Time: 08:00 AM - 15:45 PM

Course Description

This IPAF accredited course is designed for operators of powered access equipment and instructs how to prepare and safely operate Mobile Vertical lifts [(Scissor Lifts)](https://www.starplatforms.co.uk/hire/scissor-lift-hire) and Mobile Booms [(Cherry Pickers)](https://www.starplatforms.co.uk/hire/cherry-picker-hire). Successful delegates receive a PAL (Powered Access Licence), a safety guide, a logbook and a certificate which is accessible via [IPAF ePAL](https://www.ipaf.org/en-gb/resource-library/ipafs-free-epal-app)  (a digital app that stores and shares your IPAF powered access licences and qualifications). The ePAL Card is issued by IPAF (the International Powered Access Federation) and is valid for 5 years.

Course Components

  • Classroom tutorials: Learn about industry best practices, health and safety regulations, working at heights, accident control, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Theory assessment: Complete a paper theory assessment prior to the practical assessment.
  • Practical training: Gain hands-on experience operating and performing daily maintenance on machines. Learn safe operation, machine selection, on-site inspection, and PPE best practices.
  • Practical Assessment: Delegates will be assessed on their ability to inspect the machine, perform manoeuvres, and identify potential hazards.

Requirements

Delegates should bring the following safety equipment on the day of the practical training:

  • Standard PPE (safety boots, hi-vis vest, hard hat).
  • HARNESSES: For category 3b training (boom/cherry picker) a harness with short adjustable lanyard is also required. Delegates bringing their own harness/lanyard must show a 12 month inspection certificate for this on the day of training, otherwise we cannot allow the use of it during the course.

We offer a 25% discount on our [IPAF approved full harness & lanyard kit](https://www.starplatforms.co.uk/training-extras/ipaf-approved-safety-harness-kit) when purchased with any training course booking.

Application Instructions

To secure your place(s) on this course book online now or speak to a member of our team on [0808 109 3681](tel:08081093681).

Venue Details

NEW VENUE Luton Training Centre, Luton Road, Markyate, Hertfordshire, AL3 8QB

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