Rapid Platforms provides IPAF and PASMA training for individuals and businesses working with powered access equipment and mobile access towers. Proper training helps operators and site personnel understand how to select, check, position, and use equipment safely in the workplace.
Our training offering covers a range of IPAF courses and PASMA courses, with options designed for operators, managers, spotters and personnel working with mobile access towers. Training can be relevant to construction, facilities management, maintenance, installation and other applications where work at height is required.
IPAF and PASMA cover different areas of access equipment and working at height. IPAF powered access training focuses on the safe use of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs). In contrast, PASMA training covers the safe assembly, use, movement, and inspection of mobile access towers.
| Training | Main Focus | Suitable For |
|---|---|---|
| IPAF Training | Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) | MEWP operators, managers and site personnel |
| PASMA Training | Mobile access towers | Personnel who assemble, use, move or inspect towers |
Both types of access equipment training can help personnel understand the correct procedures associated with the equipment they are expected to use. The appropriate course depends on the machinery, responsibilities and working environment involved.
IPAF powered access training is designed for people who operate or work around powered access equipment. Depending on the category selected, training can cover mobile vertical platforms, mobile boom equipment and static boom platforms.
Cherry picker training is particularly relevant for personnel operating suitable boom-type MEWPs. Select the correct IPAF category based on the type of machine being operated.
IPAF 3a and 3b training covers mobile vertical and mobile boom categories. The course provides theoretical and practical training for operators who need to use relevant MEWPs in the workplace.
| IPAF Category | Equipment Type | Typical Application |
|---|---|---|
| 3a | Mobile vertical platforms | Suitable scissor and vertical access equipment |
| 3b | Mobile boom platforms | Suitable articulated and telescopic boom equipment |
| 1b | Static boom platforms | Suitable static or vehicle-mounted boom equipment |
Operators should select the category that corresponds with the type of equipment they will operate. If more than one machine category is required, consider the relevant training categories.
IPAF 1a and 1b relate to static MEWP categories. The appropriate category depends on the type of static boom equipment being used.
Training provides personnel with knowledge and practical experience relevant to safe operation, including equipment checks, controls, positioning and operating procedures appropriate to the category.
For businesses using different types of powered access equipment, it is important to identify which IPAF category applies to each machine before booking training.
PASMA training courses are designed for personnel working with mobile access towers. Training can cover the correct procedures for assembling, using, moving and inspecting towers.
PASMA tower training can be relevant to construction and maintenance personnel who regularly work with mobile access towers. The training helps participants understand the principles involved in safe tower use and the responsibilities associated with working at height.
The appropriate PASMA qualification depends on the course selected and the duties the individual needs to carry out.
A PASMA combined course can provide training covering more than one aspect of mobile access tower use, where appropriate for the learner's role.
For organisations where personnel regularly work with different tower configurations or have broader responsibilities, a combined course can be considered based on the business's training requirements.
Rapid Platforms can provide access to different training options depending on the equipment and responsibilities involved.
| Course | What It Covers |
|---|---|
| IPAF Operator 3a & 3b | Training for operators using mobile vertical and mobile boom platforms |
| IPAF 1b | Training for operators of static boom platforms |
| IPAF E-Learning | Online theory-based IPAF training with the relevant practical element |
| IPAF PAL+ | Additional category-specific training for suitably experienced operators |
| IPAF MEWPs for Managers | Training for managers responsible for MEWP operations |
| IPAF Harness Training | Awareness and training relating to harness use with relevant MEWPs |
| IPAF MEWP Spotter Training | Training for personnel acting as spotters during MEWP operations |
| PASMA Towers for Users | Training for personnel using and working with mobile access |
| PASMA Combined Courses | Combined training options covering relevant tower competencies |
Mobile platform training helps personnel understand the correct procedures for operating relevant powered access equipment. Depending on the IPAF category, this can include pre-use checks, machine controls, positioning, manoeuvring and safe operating practices.
The equipment itself should always be operated in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the conditions of the specific workplace.
For operators working with an articulated boom lift, select the relevant IPAF category according to the machine. The same principle applies when operating a telescopic boom lift or scissors lift.
Tower scaffold training provides personnel with knowledge relevant to the safe use of mobile access towers. This can be particularly useful for workers who need to assemble, use, move or inspect suitable tower systems.
PASMA training focuses specifically on mobile access towers, so businesses should select a course that matches their workforce's responsibilities and the equipment used on site.
Safe access equipment operation involves more than the person controlling the machine. Managers and supervisors may also have responsibilities relating to equipment selection, planning, risk management and site operations.
The IPAF MEWPs for Managers course is intended for those with responsibility for the safe management of MEWP operations. Separate training is also available for MEWP spotters and personnel who need awareness of harness use.
This wider approach can help businesses ensure that the people involved in powered access operations understand their respective responsibilities.
Training requirements can vary between businesses and individuals. Where an online option is available, online PASMA training or relevant IPAF e-learning can provide a flexible way to complete applicable theoretical training.
On-site training can also be considered where businesses want training delivered around their own equipment and workplace requirements. The appropriate format will depend on the course, equipment and training requirements.
Customers searching for PASMA training London, PASMA training Manchester, IPAF training Birmingham or an IPAF course Birmingham can enquire about available training arrangements and locations.
The PASMA course price can vary depending on the course selected, training format, location and other requirements. Rather than assuming a single price applies to every course, customers should provide details of the training they require when requesting a quotation.
For businesses arranging training for multiple employees, it can also be useful to provide the number of delegates, equipment types and preferred training location.
The right training should match the equipment and responsibilities of the person being trained. An operator using a scissor lift may require a different IPAF category from someone operating an articulated or telescopic boom.
Similarly, personnel working with mobile towers require training appropriate to their tower-related duties.
Selecting the right course helps ensure that training is relevant to the actual equipment and activities carried out by the individual or organisation.
Rapid Platforms also provides access equipment for a range of applications, including articulated and telescopic boom equipment, scissor lifts and construction hoists.
Customers who hire or operate powered access machinery can discuss their equipment requirements alongside their training needs to identify the appropriate solution for their project.
If you require IPAF and PASMA training, contact Rapid Platforms with details of the equipment, number of delegates and preferred training requirements.
Whether you need operator training, management training, tower training or a relevant specialist course, providing these details will help establish the most appropriate training option.
What is IPAF and PASMA training?
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