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IPAF to demonstrate VR sim training at SMOPYC 202
A VR sim on which to demonstrate operator training, and several safety stations using a selection of MEWPs to illustrate the key risks involved in the most common causes of MEWP accidents will be among the main draws on the IPAF stand at SMOPYC 2021.
September 29, 2021
IPAF to demonstrate VR sim training at SMOPYC 2021
A VR sim on which to demonstrate operator training, and several safety stations using a selection of MEWPs to illustrate the key risks involved in the most common causes of MEWP accidents will be among the main draws on the IPAF stand at SMOPYC 2021.
Don’t let lights and decorations turn into a festive hangover
Putting up and removing seasonal decorations can quickly turn into a festive hangover if those tasked with the work do not know how to select the correct type of MEWP, overlook the need to use professionally trained operators and supervisors, or if they try to save time or money by not following safe working practices, IPAF has warned.
News Item: New Emission and Noise Free Trackside Lighting from Trime
With the drive to reduce and even eliminate the use of fossil-fuelled plant and machinery on trackside projects, Trime have designed and developed a zero emission lighting set.
September 27, 2021
ePAL MEWP operator app rolled out in new territories
The ePAL mobile app for operators of powered access that brings training certification into the digital era and reduces the environmental impact of IPAF PAL Cards is now available in 26 additional territories, following its successful launch in the UK & Ireland.
News Item: Hire Certification Services Proud to be Supporting Safety in Construction
HAE EHAs Hire Certification Services will be promoting SafeHire and the new alliance with SSIPat the Safety in Construction Show on Wednesday 6th October.
September 24, 2021
News Item: Covid-19 Passes to be Introduced in Wales
The Welsh Government has confirmed that attendees of nightclubs and large events in Wales will be required to show an NHS Covid-19 Pass proving they have been fully vaccinated or tested negative for Covid.
September 23, 2021
News Item: JCB Helps Lomond Dig Deep for Children's Charity
A leading plant hirer has commissioned a special edition JCB backhoe loader to raise vital awareness and funds for Glasgow Childrens Hospital Charity.
September 22, 2021
News Item: Construction Company Fined after Three Contractors Fell from Height
A construction company has been fined following an incident where three contractors fell from height suffering serious injuries.
News Item: AFI Appoints Paul Shipman as Operations Director
AFI group of companies has announced the formal appointment of Paul Shipman as Operations Director for the Un-operated Division (North).
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