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

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Posted 27 April 2026
LOCATION
Reading
TYPE
Other
LEVEL
Not specified
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
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SKILLS

IPAF Operator Training Mobile Vertical Lifts Mobile Booms Scissor Lift Operation Cherry Picker Operation MEWP Inspection PPE Best Practices Health and Safety Regulations

FULL DESCRIPTION

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

Date: 26 Sep

Time: 08:00 AM - 15:45 PM

Location: Reading Training Centre, Youngs Ind. Est. Aldermaston, nr Reading RG7 4PW

Price: £225.00

This IPAF accredited full-day course provides comprehensive training for operating Mobile Vertical lifts (Scissor Lifts) and Mobile Booms (Cherry Pickers). It includes classroom tutorials covering safety regulations, theory assessment, practical training on machine operation and maintenance, and a practical assessment. Successful candidates receive a PAL Card, valid for 5 years, and a certificate accessible via the IPAF ePAL app.

To apply: Book online now or speak to a member of our team on 0808 109 3681.

Course Details

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) and Mobile Booms (Cherry Pickers). Successful delegates receive a PAL (Powered Access Licence), a safety guide, a logbook and a certificate which is accessible via IPAF ePAL (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
  • Theory assessment
  • Practical training
  • Practical assessment

The classroom tutorial, theory test, practical training and practice & assessment will take place at our training centre on the date/time shown above.

What to Bring

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. For operator safety, IPAF strongly recommends the use of a harness & short adjustable lanyard when operating boom lifts, and most sites will insist on it.

We offer a 25% discount on our IPAF approved full harness & lanyard kit when purchased with any training course booking.

NOTE: 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.

Venue

Reading Training Centre, Youngs Ind. Est. Aldermaston, nr Reading RG7 4PW

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