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£240

IPAF Operator: Classroom

Our IPAF Operator course enables trainees to become competent to drive MEWPs safely. This course covers both the theory and practical in person as a full day of training.

This course qualifies for £140 CITB Grant funding.

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£195

IPAF Operator: E-Learning

Our IPAF Operator E-Learning course is a hybrid delivery method, where the theory element is covered via eLearning and practical training is in person as a shorter day of training.

This course qualifies for £140 CITB Grant funding.

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£99

IPAF Harness Training

Available as harness awareness, harness user or harness inspector, this course will instruct a user to use a harness and associated equipment safely when using a MEWP.

This course qualifies for £60 CITB Grant funding.

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£99

IPAF MEWPs For Managers: E-Learning

This course is essential for managers, supervisors and those planning MEWP operations and covers what managers need to know about using MEWPs on site, from planning and risk assessment, to selecting the right equipment.

This course qualifies for £140 CITB Grant funding.

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£450

IPAF Load/Unload

This course is for anyone who will be loading or unloading heavy plant machinery including MEWPs, dumpers, excavators, telehandlers etc. The course incorporates a highly interactive theory element and practical training.

This course qualifies for £140 CITB Grant funding.

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£450

IPAF CAP - Competent Assessed Person

This advanced training course ensures you are proficient in undertaking statutory inspections of MEWP’s, MCWP and construction hoists (CH’s) to the highest specification.

This course qualifies for £140 CITB Grant funding.

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PASMA Mobile Access

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£150

PASMA Towers For Users

This course will equip you with the specialist knowledge you need to work safely with mobile access towers, instructing how to safely assemble, dismantle, move and alter a mobile access tower.

This course qualifies for £140 CITB Grant funding.

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£99

PASMA Low Level Towers

A half day training course for low level work platforms with side protection for use by one person which are less than 2.5 metres in height. Conforms to PAS250 (Podiums).

This course qualifies for £140 CITB Grant funding.

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£150

PASMA Towers Combined

If you work with mobile access towers and low level access equipment, you can do both courses at the same time. Our expert instructors streamline the content into one learning-packed day.

This course qualifies for £140 CITB Grant funding.

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£170

PASMA Towers for Managers

This course will equip you with the specialist knowledge you need to keep your towers accident-free zones. Aimed at people who dont use towers themselves, like site managers, safety professionals and company directors.

This course qualifies for £140 CITB Grant funding.

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£170

PASMA Towers on Stairways

This one-day course instructs how to safely assemble, dismantle, move and alter a mobile access tower on a stairway, equipping you with the specialist knowledge needed to work safely.

This course qualifies for £140 Grant funding.

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£120

PASMA Working at Height Essentials

A half day awareness course that will get you up to speed on the basics of height safety. This course covers the whole range of access equipment as a classroom-based theory course.

This course qualifies for £60 CITB Grant funding.

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FIRST AID & MENTAL HEALTH

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£120

Emergency First Aid At Work

One day course providing the knowledge and practical skills you need to help you become a confident first aider in your workplace. This course can also be delivered as part of Driver CPC requirement.

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£320

First Aid at Work Qualifying

A three day first aid course that provides a higher level of training to manage a range of injuries and illnesses and be equipped with the essential skills needed to give emergency first aid.

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£220

First Aid at Work Refresher

A two day course specifically designed for anyone who has previously attended a Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work Qualifying. Delegates will learn the latest techniques and refresh their knowledge.

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£325

Adult Mental Health First Aid

This two day Mental Health First Aid England course teaches you how to recognise, understand and help someone who may be experiencing poor mental health.

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CITB Site Safety Plus

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£590

CITB SMSTS

The five day Site Management Safety Training Scheme course was created to establish a clear industry-wide standard for the management of health and safety on construction sites.

This course qualifies for £240 CITB Grant funding.

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£320

CITB SSSTS

The two day Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme course provides supervisors with an understanding of health, safety, welfare and environmental issues as well as the legal responsibility they have.

This course qualifies for £140 CITB Grant funding.

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£370

CITB SMSTS Refresher

The two day Site Management Safety Training Scheme Refresher course will cover new guidance and industry best practice since your previous course.

This course qualifies for £240 CITB Grant funding.

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£225

CITB SSSTS Refresher

The one day Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme Refresher course was created as a refresher for the two day SSSTS course.

This course qualifies for £70 CITB Grant funding.

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£120

CITB Health & Safety Awareness

The one day will help you gain essential knowledge to stay safe on site. This course can be used to obtain a green labourer CSCS card.

This course qualifies for £60 CITB Grant funding.

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HEALTH & SAFETY

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£550

IOSH Managing Safely

This three day course will help you improve the safety awareness culture in your organisation, see your productivity increase and enhance your reputation by embedding safety and health across the whole organisation.

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£200

IOSH Working Safely

This one day course provides individuals with key knowledge to minimise risk to the health and safety of themselves and staff within their organisation, applying the importance of working safely in any sector.

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£250

IOSH Leading Safely

This 5 hour course will improve productivity, enhance corporate reputatoin and strengthen your brand by leading with excellend health and safety practices. The course is aimed at businss leaders and senior managers.

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£99

Steps and Ladders

One-day course for operatives and supervisors on the safe use and inspection of ladders and step ladders. This course will strengthen the necessary skills and knowledge needed.

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£99

Abrasive Wheels

Half day course covering the fitting of abrasive wheels type 1, 27, 41 and 42. Complies with the requirements of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998.

This course qualifies for £60 Grant funding.

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Save time and money with combination IPAF course and PASMA training

IPAF Harness & Abrasive Wheels

Two courses in one. The Harness Safety course instructs a user how to select, inspect and use a harness and associated equipment safely and the Abrasive Wheels course covers the fitting of abrasive wheels type 1, 27, 41 and 42 and complies with the requirements of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998.

This IPAF course qualifies for Tier 1 CITB Grant funding.

PASMA Working At Height Essentials & Low Level Towers

Learn the essential points for working at height with vital information about the use of mobile access towers, plus an insight into the use of all forms of access equipment and learn how to safely use low level (less than 2.5m) work platforms.

This IPAF course qualifies for Tier 2 CITB Grant funding.

IPAF Training: Load/Unload

This IPAF Training course is for anyone who will be loading or unloading heavy plant machinery including MEWPs, dumpers, excavators, telehandlers etc. A highly interactive theory module with a test and practical module.

This IPAF course qualifies for £140 CITB Grant funding.

FAQ's

Do you provide training for smaller machines, such as Push Around Vertical Access machines?

We do provide a specific IPAF course for PAVs (Push Around Vertical Access Machines), which you can book by calling us on 01527876798. However, if you complete the 3a Mobile Access IPAF training course, then you will automatically be covered for PAVs.

Are you required to have a licence if you are a passenger in an MEWP machine?

In the UK, passengers riding in a MEWP is not typically required to hold a specific license. However, it is always advisable to check with the person responsible for health and safety on site.

What are the requirements for booking an IPAF Training Course?

There are no requirements needed for booking an IPAF training course. Simply select the appropriate learning module from our range and follow the simple steps.

Can IPAF Training be done onsite at my company address?

Absolutely. We will require a suitable training room on your premises and a safe and clear outdoor space for the practical part of the training. We can supply an MEWP if required, just let us know when you Get in touch to make your off-site booking.

What benefits can I get from becoming IPAF trained?

There are several benefits to becoming IPAF trained including enhanced safe operation, regulation compliance, improved productivity, better insurance rates, increased employability and potential for higher pay.

What locations can I train at with GTAccess?

At GTAccess, we provide accessible IPAF training throughout the UK at any of our number of training centres, including Brentwood, Bridgend, Bromsgrove, Gloucester, Hailsham, Hereford, Luton, Birmingham NEC, Peterborough, Shrewsbury and Stoke. Choose the IPAF course you wish to undertake and then select your ideal location from our options.

Is it necessary for a ground-based person helping to lower the MEWP to take on training or hold an IPAF licence?

You must hold a valid PAL card or operator license to attend an IPAF Load/Unload course, which is necessary for operatives handling the movement or transportation of MEWPs.

Once my training has completed, will I be issued a PAL Card?

Once a candidate has completed their accredited IPAF training course, they will be issued a PAL card that will be valid for five years.

How long does an IPAF Course take?

The majority of IPAF training courses can be completed in a day, and some in half a day. If you are choosing to complete the theory lesson through E-Learning, then it will be completed at your leisure.

GET IN TOUCH

Call our friendly IPAF Training team to discuss all your requirements.

CALL ON: 01527 876798

Online training and CITB approved

E-learning: save valuable time!

With e-learning you can complete all or part of your IPAF course online in the comfort of your own office/home, just select the e-learning option when booking. You will need either a computer or tablet with internet access. A webcam will be required for facial recognition to access the MEWPs management course. For more information on the benefits that e-learning has to offer call our dedicated training department on 01527 908370.

IPAF operator training: e-learning
Our IPAF's Operator Training E-Learning provides a flexible and enhanced online learning experience. You will still have to attend one of our training centres to complete the practical test, but this will only take half a day.

IPAF MEWPS for managers: e-learning
The MEWPS for Managers E-Learning course can be completed entirely online. You will need access to a computer or tablet with an internet connection and a webcam for face recognition log in. Making IPAF training more accessible than ever.

CITB approved training organisation

GTAccess is a CITB Approved Training Organisation (ATO). As an ATO, we are now recognised by the CITB as well as the British construction industry as a training provider who can deliver a variety of exceptional quality training courses that meets industry approved standards. To gain accreditation GTAccess had to go through the CITB’s stringent approval process.

As an ATO we now upload the details of the learner’s achievement, onto the Construction Training Register (excludes Assured courses), thereby triggering the automated grant process. This will speed up the payment process and remove the need for employers to complete paperwork.

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We even run evening and weekend course!

Multi-location availability

*Evening courses are available on a range of dates at a selection of our IPAF training locations. Enquire now to find your ideal course. Enquire Now

16 GTAccess Branches

Training courses are run daily at our 16 training centres in Bridgend, Gloucester, Hereford, Shrewsbury, Stoke on Trent, Hailsham, Bromsgrove, Bromsgrove Training, Peterborough, Brentwood, NEC, Bodmin, Bath, Nottingham, Banbury, Leicester and Cambridge. Evening and weekend courses are also available at certain times.

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