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  • Don’t get hit at height! Never elevate the platform if there is a risk of being hit by other equipment.

    Added 25 Oct 2024
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    Andy Access A37
  • Retract extension decks before lowering. Check all four corners are clear of obstructions before you lower the platform.

    Added 25 Oct 2024
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    Andy Access A36
  • The webinar introduces IPAF’s new online report for accessing this year’s safety data. The new format is digital-only and enables users to navigate and filter using an interactive screen.

    Added 21 Aug 2024
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    IPAF Women in Powered Access Mentoring Scheme

    IPAF’s Women in Powered Access initiative are launching a mentoring scheme for Women in the Powered Access Industry who are looking for extra support and guidance to sustain and promote their career within the Powered Access Industry.

    Added 5 Jul 2023
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  • CLAUDIA ALBERTS
    FORMER OWNER, ALSA BORN VERHUUR, NETHERLANDS

    Added 4 Jul 2023
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  • This webinar examines the latest IPAF Global Safety Report which is informed by data submitted to IPAF’s Accident Reporting Portal from 2012 to 2023. The webinar examines trends and touches on the culture and approach of capturing and reporting data. IPAF webinar sponsored by Skyjack, Hinowa, Palazzani, inspHire and GemOne.

    Added 30 Jun 2023
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  • There is a requirement for all lifting equipment, including Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs), to specify maximum capacity limits. For MEWPs, this is the safe working load (SWL) which is expressed in kilograms or pounds and includes the maximum number of people allowed in the platform. An overload is the intentional, or accidental, exceeding of these limits.

    Added 7 Jun 2023
    Last updated 27 Jul 2023

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    Toolbox Talk A31 EN
  • Overloaded platforms can become unstable, always understand the machine limits before operating. Distribute the load evenly to prevent tip overs.

    Added 7 Jun 2023
    Last updated 7 Jun 2023

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    Andy Access A31
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    Women in the Workplace

    This page has been set up to provide IPAF members access to valuable resources which relate to Women in the Workplace.

    Added 1 Jun 2023
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  • The webinar explores the findings of the latest IPAF Rental Market Report 2023. The annual report studies a selection of countries/regions on the powered access market size, market dynamics, investments, market trends and drivers, and operational aspects.

    Added 31 May 2023
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  • Understand the ground conditions before operating

    Added 26 May 2023
    Last updated 26 May 2023

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  • Always be aware and avoid crush hazards when moving the platform.

    Added 26 May 2023
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  • Prevent objects falling from the platform. Be aware that unsecured tools and materials can fall from platforms.

    Added 26 May 2023
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    Andy Access A26
  • When working in a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) at height, you must be aware of the risk of tools, materials and equipment falling from the platform with the potential to injure people working at ground level. It is essential that any items likely to fall are properly secured within the envelope of the platform’s guardrails.

    Added 26 May 2023
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    Toolbox Talk A26 EN
  • International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) collates incident reports received from around the world, from companies, individuals and IPAF members who share their experiences to allow others to work safer. By analyzing the data, it is evident incidents involving electrocutions and electric shocks have notably increased since 2015, the standout statistic is that reported incidents of electrocution are nearly always fatal.

    Added 7 Mar 2023
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    IPAF Safe Use of MEWPs in the Vicinity of Power Lines guidance COVER
  • If a MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform) or platform occupant contacts energised power lines it can cause, electrocution, electric shock, fire, or an explosion. The same effects can occur without contacting a power line by arcing or flashover of electrical energy to a conductor.

    Added 7 Mar 2023
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    Toolbox Talk A11 EN
  • This Toolbox Talk provides guidance for powered access rental companies on how to deal with suspected asbestos contaminated equipment when it is off-hired.

    Added 7 Mar 2023
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    TBT Asbestos
  • The purpose of this document is to provide information, and good-practice guidance on means of reducing exposure to trapping and crushing hazards while using a MEWP.

    Added 2 Feb 2023
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  • RF is short for radio frequency. RF is any frequency within the electromagnetic spectrum associated with radio wave propagation. When an RF current is supplied to an antenna, an electromagnetic field is created that is able to travel, or spread through space.

    Added 2 Feb 2023
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    TBT A33 EN
  • Stay safe when working around antennas. You are at risk from non-ionising radiation (RF) from transmitting antennas. Always make sure they are isolated and you have a permit to work.

    Added 2 Feb 2023
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    Andy Access A33
  • Be careful of the catapult effect on uneven ground.

    Added 25 Jan 2023
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  • You do not need to touch the power cables to be electrocuted – electricity can jump!

    Added 25 Jan 2023
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  • Position your MEWP correctly and always stay inside the platform guardrails with both feet on the platform floor

    Added 25 Jan 2023
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  • This webinar will explore how to prevent downtime of a MEWP through the implementation of an effective maintenance and inspection programme.

    Added 20 Dec 2022
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  • Do you operate MEWPs near roads?
    Always work safely and set up a segregation zone to protect the boom from entering a live road.

    Added 13 Dec 2022
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    Andy Access A28