IPAF Training Bristol

Looking for IPAF operator training in Bristol? With over 40 years in the industry, GTAccess can offer a wealth of knowledge and expertise in training people to use powered access equipment correctly and safely. The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) promotes the effective and safe use of cherry pickers, scissor lifts and other mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs). To help reduce the risk of accident and injury, everyone operating a MEWP must complete an IPAF training course and receive certification.

IPAF training in Bristol is easy thanks to our specialised training facility in Gloucester, just 40 miles up the M5. The course complies with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and the PUWER Regulations 1998. The IPAF PAL card, which is awarded at the end of the course and is valid for five years, is required by contractors to operate MEWPs as a condition of employment and as a safety precaution.

 

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IPAF powered access courses in Bristol

Our centre in Gloucester offers a full range of accredited courses in IPAF operator training for Bristol companies. The list of courses offered includes MEWPs for Managers, Harness Safety Training, IPAF Demonstrator, Operator Training and Load/Unload courses.




MEWPs for Managers

Our training facility in Gloucester can offer IPAF MEWP training for Bristol managers as an online course. The course includes planning and risk assessment, health and safety regulations, personal protective equipment, pre-use inspections and maintenance – everything that managers need to know about using MEWPs onsite.

Operator training

Operators of MEWPs are taught how to set up and utilise a range of access platforms, including scissor and boom lifts among others, in a safe manner during the training session. Furthermore, we teach how to carry out all pre-use checks, employer and employee duties as well as emergency descent procedures in our IPAF Bristol training.

Harness Safety Training

This IPAF-accredited course is recommended for all operators of boom-type MEWPs as it ensures that they can safely choose, examine and use a safety harness as part of their work in operating the platform lift. Full body harnesses and adjustable lanyard restraints are highly advised for MEWP operators by both HSE and IPAF.

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The international Powered Access Federation promotes the safe and effective use of powered access equipment worldwide.

Book courses for 3a and 3b IPAF training in Bristol


The IPAF 3a and 3b courses are specialist training courses designed to educate operators on how to safely and effectively use various types of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs). All operators of MEWPs are required by law to undertake these courses and be certified before using any equipment.

IPAF 3a

The 3a course is tailored around self-propelled mobile vertical platforms (able to drive lowered or elevated) such as scissor lifts.

IPAF 3b

The 3b course certifies operators in the safe usage of boom-type platforms like cherry pickers and articulated and trailer-mounted boom lifts.

 

GTAccess offers a range of training courses for operators and supervisors covering all aspects of required knowledge including safe operation, harness training, MEWP operation management and statutory inspections. We offer IPAF courses for Bristol businesses at many of our depots including nearby Gloucester.



IPAF training Bristol | FAQs

How much does an IPAF course in Bristol cost?

IPAF training in Bristol starts from £99 (+ VAT) per person for our Harness Awareness Course, raising to £450pp (+ VAT) for our Competent Assessed Person (CAP) course. You can see prices for all individual courses in our latest brochure, which you can download above . Bear in mind that with eligible CITB funding, your actual out-of-pocket cost could be significantly reduced.

Where is your Bristol training centre located?

Our nearest training centre for Bristol-based candidates is based in Gloucester (14/14a Hempsted Lane, GL2 5JA), around a 50-minute drive north up the M5 from Bristol. The next-nearest is in Bridgend (Unit 3, Litchard Industrial Estate, CF31 2AL), over the Severn Bridge in Wales, about 70 minutes or 60 miles west via the M4.

How long does the IPAF course take to complete?

The length of the time will vary depending on the course, although most of the individual elements of IPAF training in Bristol are completed in either a half or a full day. There are also elements of the training that can be completed online at your own convenience without the need to visit one of our training centres.

How long will my IPAF qualification be valid for

Once you’ve obtained your IPAF PAL card, it will be valid for five years. To keep your PAL card at the end of this term, you’ll need to take a refresher course to maintain your certification.

How long will my IPAF qualification be valid for?

Once you’ve obtained your IPAF PAL card, it will be valid for five years. To keep your PAL card at the end of this term, you’ll need to take a refresher course to maintain your certification.




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To discuss your IPAF training requirements and to book courses for your Bristol IPAF training needs, get in touch with a member of our friendly team today.

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