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  • This Toolbox Talk provides information on the associated hazards and risks involved with mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) working near railways and crossing active and non-active rail crossings.

    Added 22 Nov 2024
    Last updated 22 Nov 2024

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    Toolbox Talk A34 EN
  • Safe Crossing. Self-propelled MEWPs must always be transported on a trailer or vehicle across rail tracks.

    Added 22 Nov 2024
    Last updated 22 Nov 2024

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    A34
  • This Toolbox Talk provides information on the types of hazards that can cause collisions/impacts and suggests ways to reduce the likelihood of these incidents occurring.

    Added 19 Nov 2024
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    Toolbox Talk A37 EN

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  • Is the Nominated Ground Rescue Person familiarised? Not all MEWPs are the same. Make sure you understand, learn and practice the ground controls and emergency lowering procedure.

    Added 9 Jun 2021
    Last updated 5 Nov 2024

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    Andy Access A23
  • MEWP operator training now can follow a training standard that provides methods and guidelines to prepare MEWP training materials, defines administrative criteria, and delivers elements required for proper training. Training is a critical part of becoming a qualified person to complete the task of operating a MEWP. Understand what you must require and expect for training selected for your MEWP operators and the value it will deliver to your operations. Ensure you are selecting quality compliant training! This webinar took place on 27 May 2021.

    Added 27 May 2021
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  • This webinar, broadcasted on 20 May 2021, explores issues around the future of environmental sustainability in the powered access industry and what we can do now to make a difference.

    Added 21 May 2021
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  • This webinar addresses why and how a MEWP Specific Safe-Use Plan should be properly developed. It will also look at how to execute the plan to ensure the specific MEWP-user responsibilities for application, inspection, training, maintenance, repair and safe operation of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) are satisfied. This webinar took place on 22 April 2021.

    Added 22 Apr 2021
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  • Harnesses and lanyards prevent severe injury or death by preventing falls from MEWPs, therefore it is essential that you check the condition and function before every use. Through use, PFPE could become damaged, worn or lose parts. These checks must be repeated before every use.

    Added 20 Apr 2021
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    Toolbox Talk A21 EN
  • When working at height in a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP), one of the leading causes of death and severe injury is falls from the platform. This toolbox talk looks at the risks and how to prevent falling from the platform.

    Added 20 Apr 2021
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    Toolbox Talk A1
  • Do not use a damaged harness, lanyard or connector. Always conduct a pre-use check before using your personal fall protection equipment (PFPE).

    Added 20 Apr 2021
    Last updated 5 Nov 2024

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    Andy Access A21
  • Presentations & Webinars

    IPAF Webinar: Selecting the Correct MEWP

    This webinar (broadcast on 24 March 2021) looks at the importance of selecting the correct MEWP for the job to enable work to be carried out safely and effectively. Presenters: Brian Parker, Head of Safety & Technical (IPAF), Mark Keily, QHSE Director (Sunbelt Rentals Limited) and Paul Roddis, Training Manager (IPAF).

    Added 31 Mar 2021
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  • Site Assessment for MEWP Selection Checklist

    Added 26 Mar 2021
    Last updated 26 Mar 2021

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    Site Assessment
  • This webinar (broadcast on 10 February 2021) looks at the role of a MEWP Safe Use Plan in the prevention of accidents involving MEWPs.

    Added 15 Feb 2021
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    IPAF Accident Reporting Portal - Members' Dashboard

    This interactive dashboard for IPAF members allows access to an anonymised and limited set of data, all gathered through IPAF's worldwide accident reporting project www.ipafaccidentreporting.org and approved for release by the IPAF Accident Working Group.

    Added 1 Feb 2021
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    Financial Advice on Behalf of Top Service

    Financial advice & articles published on behalf of Top Service, a credit control company. These articles are exclusive to IPAF Members.

    Added 26 Jan 2021
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  • This webinar (broadcast on 20 January 2021) examined data from the IPAF accident reporting portal specifically in relation to loading and unloading. Viewers learned how this data informs the content of IPAF’s recently updated Safe Loading & Unloading course to address known hazards and how to prevent them.

    Added 26 Jan 2021
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  • ERA Equipment CO2 Calculator, a free to use and independent tool for evaluating the carbon emissions of construction equipment.

    Added 14 Jan 2021
    Last updated 30 Sep 2022

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  • IPAF presenters Giles Councell, Director of Operations and Romina Vanzi, Head of Regional Development & MCWPs look at what IPAF has been doing over 2020 despite the challenging climate, and what exciting projects are in store for 2021! This is the recording of the webinar that took place on 10 December 2020.

    Added 15 Dec 2020
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  • Välkommen att tillsammans med Maud Wik, ingenjör med inriktning på arbetsmiljö på Kiwa Certifiering, titta lite närmare på hur man minimerar exponeringen för smitta när man använder mobila arbetsplattformar på din arbetsplats.

    Added 16 Nov 2020
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  • Get an insight into the latest and most up-to-date powered access rental market data available.

    Added 20 Oct 2020
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  • Resources and recording of the webinar that took place on 16 September 2020, on how IPAF's worldwide accident reporting project is reducing accidents through intelligence.

    Added 16 Sep 2020
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  • Resources and recording of the webinar that took place on 15 July 2020, with IPAF and guest presenters Kate Pasterfield of Sponge and Darren Verschuren of Serious Labs.

    Added 15 Jul 2020
    Last updated 30 Sep 2022

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  • Guidance for where a Thorough Examination cannot be carried out on a MEWP, MCWP or Construction Hoist due to COVID-19

    Added 9 Jun 2020
    Last updated 9 Jun 2020

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    COVID-19 Guidance for thorough examinations
  • Resources and recording of the webinar that took place on 21 May 2020, with presenter Chris Wraith, Health & Safety professional.

    Added 22 May 2020
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  • This document is intended to provide practical guidance on safety measures to minimise exposure to COVID-19 for anyone using MEWPs, MCWPs or Construction hoists for work activities.

    Added 11 May 2020
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    IPAF COVID-19 Safe Operating Guidance