International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)

Moss End Business Village

Crooklands, Cumbria LA7 7NU

United Kingdom

http://www.ipaf.org

Phone:44 (0)15395 66700

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IPAF Releases Safe Working Practices to Minimize Corona Risk

Guidance has been issued by IPAF to assist those using MEWPs, MCWPs, construction lifts, and hoists to work safely and minimize the risk of spreading COVID-19.

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IPAF Sees Year of Rising Membership, Steady Training Growth

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) experienced a strong trading year in 2019.

Norty Turner, president of IPAF, Karin Nars, deputy president and Karel Huijser, vice president.

IPAF Presidential Team and Board Members Confirmed by AGM

A new presidential team has been confirmed for the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF).

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IPAF Welcomes a New International Standard on MEWP Operator's Controls

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) welcomes the introduction of a new International Standard regarding Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) operator controls.

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Save a Life by Using an IPAF Toolbox Talk

IPAF’s ‘Toolbox Talks’ series of safety presentations are ideal for use in break rooms or on work sites to allow health & safety managers or site supervisors to get key messages across at the start of a shift.

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IPAF Report Gives New Insight into MEWP Accidents Worldwide

The IPAF Global MEWP Safety Report 2016-2018 presents key findings from the federation’s analysis of accident statistics gathered through its worldwide accident reporting project.

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Coronavirus/COVID-19 Update from IPAF

IPAF offers a full update surrounding COVID-19, including information on training, head office plans and guidance for safe MEWP work during the pandemic.

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IPAF Summit & IAPAs Moved to October Due to Virus Outbreak

Due to Coronavirus, the IPAF Summit & IAPAs 2020 event, which was scheduled for April 23, 2020 in London, will now be held on October 8.

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IPAF’s eLearning Offers Remote MEWP Training Solutions

Online distance learning is recommended for candidates seeking to renew or obtain PAL Cards to operate MEWPs and those wishing to undertake specialist management training.

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All Valid PAL Cards Now Officially "Smart" Cards

All valid PAL cards issued by IPAF to MEWP and MCWP operators will now be "Smart-capable."

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IPAF Pilots Online Shop for Safety and Promotional Materials

The shop enables ordering of MEWP educational materials, stickers and decals, specific IPAF publications and more.

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IPAF Stand at CONEXPO Offers Free Advice to Help Save Lives

Advice will revolve around safety practices for MEWPs (mobile elevating work platforms).

The new ANSI standards better reflect today’s equipment — like Manitou’s new TJ-65 boom lift — and how it’s being implemented on work sites.

New Standards Reflect Modern MEWPs and Their Applications

New ANSI standards reflect changes to outdated standards for lift equipment and the applications they are being used to perform.

The U.S. is host to roughly 40% of all mobile elevating work platforms globally - and accounts for 70% to 80% of fatal accidents involving their use, making best practices crucial.

Accident Data Directs Best Practices for Mobile Elevating Work Platforms

IPAF data on accidents and near misses is helping to direct recommendations for safe, effective MEWP operation.

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Effective Date for ANSI Mobile Elevating Work Platform Standards Moved to March 2020

The change means the complete suite of ANSI A92 standards will now come into effect three months later than anticipated.

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New Lift Equipment Standards Arrive on Construction Jobsites Soon

ANSI A92 standards now going into effect in March 2020 will impact both the lift equipment and personnel on your construction projects.

[PODCAST] ANSI Experts Explain: New Training Standard Clearly Defines Responsibilities - BROUGHT TO YOU BY GENIE

Tony Groat, North America Manager of IPAF, talks about the new training standard which goes into detail about specific responsibilities for MEWP users, owners, dealers, operators, occupants and jobsite supervisors.

[PODCAST] ANSI Experts Explain: New Standards Go Into Effect This December - BROUGHT TO YOU BY GENIE

In Episode 1 of this series, Tony Groat, North America Manager of IPAF, talks about new ANSI standards for mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) and why equipment owners and users need to be ready.

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Norty Turner Named IPAF President as Brad Boehler Steps Down

Norty Turner has been named as the new President of the International Powered Access Federation, after Brad Boehler decided to step down.

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[PODCAST] IPAF Urges Industry Collaboration on MEWP Accident Reporting Project to Promote Safety and Reduce Fatalities

Diego Bustamante, IPAF Mexico and South US representative, talks about the importance of industry participation in IPAF's MEWP Accident Reporting Project to promote the safest use of powered access equipment and reduce potential injuries and fatalities.

Andy Studdert, interim CEO and managing director for the International Powered Access Federation

Safety During Extreme Events and How to Educate for Safer Jobsites

Andy Studdert shares recollections from his time at United Airlines on September 11 anniversary, plus shares tools for safer jobsites given today's changing workforce

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Virtual Reality Gains Ground in MEWP Training to Improve Safety and Efficiency

IPAF CatchUP presenters share how virtual reality simulators offer a safer and more effective alternative to traditional training methods, helping managers accurately assess a trainee's preparedness.

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IPAF Invites MEWP Manufacturers to ‘Renew’ Harness Pledge

Leading manufacturers are being invited to commit a pledge to help ensure all operators of boom-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) use the correct full-body harness and correct lanyard at a special signing hosted by IPAF.

Safe Planning of MCWP Installation

The safe planning of MCWP erection should start long before the machine is delivered on site. First, the correct definition of project and user needs is essential to specify the optimal piece of equipment needed to do the job.