IPAF Powered Access Operator Training - Two Categories - Scissor Lift (3A) and Mobile Boom (3B)

The IPAF 3a and 3b Training Course instructs an operator to prepare and operate various types of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) including cherry pickers, scissor lifts, and mobile booms such as articulated & electric boom lifts.  

The machine categories included are:

• Mobile Scissor Lifts (3a): Scissor lifts, mobile vertical personnel platforms
• Mobile Boom Lifts (3b): Including self-propelled booms and articulated booms (also known as cherry pickers)

Upon successful completion of this course delegates will be issued with a powered access license smart card also known as a IPAF PAL (Powered Access License) card.

The IPAF (International Powered Access Federation) PAL card is accepted and recognized as proof of MEWP operator training throughout the world.

Course Objectives

To instruct an operator to prepare and operate various types of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs). This includes any scissor lifts and personnel lifts that do not have outriggers so that you can drive the machine while elevated (manufacturer specification permitting).

Candidate Requirements

Candidates will be required to have a level of literacy that enables them to fully understand safety notices and manufacturer’s instruction manuals.

Candidates also need to be physically fit, in good health and should not have problems with eyesight or hearing as the course involves the operating of MEWPs.

No formal qualifications are required.

For the practical session candidates will need suitable head (hard hat with a chin strap is preferable), eye and footwear including a hi-vis jacket/vest, harness and lanyard, with short adjustable lanyard.

Teaching Method

The course will consist of classroom-based tutorials, demonstrations and practical and written tests.

Duration

1 full day.

Course Programme & Assessment

The IPAF Operator Training Course is based on four sections:

• Classroom tutorials
• Theory assessment
• Practical training
• Practical assessment

Arrival

On arrival at the training centre candidates will be welcomed by one of our experienced trainers who will carry out a course induction and be available to answer any questions attendees may have.

Before training begins candidates will be given a practice assessment paper consisting of multiple-choice questions to check current levels of understanding, allowing the trainer to focus the course on specific areas that will be beneficial to the candidate.