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

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) 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: Learn about industry best practices, health and safety regulations, working at heights regulations, accident control and prevention, 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, including safe operation, machine selection, on-site MEWP inspection, and PPE best practices.
• Practical Assessment: Assessed on machine inspection, performing manoeuvres, and identifying potential hazards.

Requirements

Delegates should bring standard PPE (safety boots, hi-vis vest, hard hat). For category 3b training (boom/cherry picker), a harness with a short adjustable lanyard is also required. Delegates bringing their own harness/lanyard must show a 12-month inspection certificate.

Venue

[Employer hidden] Unit 1A Lyncastle Road, Barleycastle Lane, Appleton, Warrington, WA4 4SN

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.