The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has today launched two new mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) operator training solutions in North America, offering flexible and scalable alternatives to full IPAF Training Center certification. These additions aim to meet growing market demand while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
North America’s access and rental industry celebrated its finest on the evening of 20 November, with six winners receiving top honours at the inaugural Working at Height Conference & Awards.
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Cameron Reid as the new Chair of the Mast Climbing Work Platforms (MCWP) & Hoist International Committee. In his new role, Reid will lead IPAF’s mission to promote the safe and effective use of Mast Climbing Work Platforms and Construction Hoists worldwide through technical expertise, guidance, and training to meet industry standards and regulations.
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has today launched two new mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) operator training solutions in North America, offering flexible and scalable alternatives to full IPAF Training Center certification. These additions aim to meet growing market demand while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is hosting its first-ever event in collaboration with Platformder – IPAF Platform Turkey 2025 – in Istanbul from 29 to 30 April 2025.
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has been shortlisted for the Member Engagement & Communications Award in the Ireland-based Association and Institutes Awards 2025.
IPAF is excited to announce its participation in Bauma 2025, the world’s leading trade fair for construction and machinery, held every three years in Munich, Germany.
At the 2025 IPAF Summit held in Dublin on 13 March, the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) announced the launch of its Global Safety Campaign for 2025, titled Stop Overturns – Safety Starts on the Ground!
The IPAF Summit 2025, in partnership with Access International, focused on going beyond regulations to emphasize the intrinsic benefits of proactive safety leadership, continuous training and a commitment to best practices that protect workers and enhance productivity. Through expert talks, real-world case studies, and interactive discussions, attendees gained practical strategies to create a culture where safety isn’t just a requirement – it’s a core value.
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has released its Annual Report for the year 2024, encapsulating a year of remarkable achievements and substantial growth across various sectors of the powered access industry.
Ahead of International Women’s Day (IWD) tomorrow, we’re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible contributions of women in the powered access industry.
Ahead of International Women’s Day on Saturday 8 March, two International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) employees have been named in two of the Trade Association Forum’s (TAF) 2025 awards.
The IPAF China Regional Council (ICRC) has been officially constituted in a milestone meeting hosted by 3M at their Shanghai facilities on 28 February 2025.
With less than a month to go until the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) hosts the 2025 IPAF Summit in Dublin on 13 March, this year’s theme has been revealed as Beyond Compliance: Safety as a Culture, Not a Checklist.
North America’s access and rental industry celebrated its finest on the evening of 20 November, with six winners receiving top honours at the inaugural Working at Height Conference & Awards.
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Cameron Reid as the new Chair of the Mast Climbing Work Platforms (MCWP) & Hoist International Committee. In his new role, Reid will lead IPAF’s mission to promote the safe and effective use of Mast Climbing Work Platforms and Construction Hoists worldwide through technical expertise, guidance, and training to meet industry standards and regulations.
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) successfully hosted its annual Elevation UK event, celebrating safety advancements, diversity, and technological innovations in powered access. With a strong focus on promoting safe practices, advancing training standards, and fostering inclusivity, the event highlighted IPAF’s ongoing commitment to creating a safer and more welcoming environment for everyone in the powered access industry.
The International Awards for Powered Access 2025 (IAPAs) are now open for entries, and bookings are available for the IPAF Summit. Taking place in Dublin on March 13 2025, the IAPAs celebrate excellence in the powered access industry. The past three IAPAs (London 2022, Berlin 2023, Copenhagen 2024) were all sell-out events. To avoid disappointment, early booking is encouraged...
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has worked with the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to develop the following guidance on the safe methods of isolation of platform controls for Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs).
The Working at Height Conference & Awards, created and organized by the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) and Access, Lift & Handlers (ALH) magazine, will take place on November 20 at Music City Center in Nashville. This new event, which combines IPAF’s annual North American Innovate event and ALH’s long-standing ALH Conference & Awards, will highlight the use of aerial platforms to improve site productivity and safety.
MEWP overturn incidents often result in serious injuries or fatalities. Instability leading to overturn is commonly among the top four causes of lost time incidents (LTIs) annually, according to global data.
