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Use of simulators in IPAF PAL+ Test gets green light
The use of simulators as part of the assessment process of advanced operator training courses has been approved by the IPAF Council. Training centres delivering IPAF’s PAL+ advanced operator course can now assess candidates in a VR environment.
News Item: Niftylift Appoints RentEase International LLP in India
Niftylift Ltd has appointed RentEase International LLP in India, covering both the rental and sales sectors.
News Item: ABAX Recruit Bjorn Brystad as New Commercial Integration Manager
ABAX has had incredible growth over the last 10 years and has made several key personnel acquisitions from major competitors such as FleetMatics (now Verizon Connect). Today, ABAX are now announcing yet another new member which will strengthen their position in the market in integrations.
News Item: DfE Encourages Workers to Learn and Develop with The Skills Toolkit
The UK Department for Education (DfE) has developed The Skills Toolkit aimed at anyone wanting to improve their skills.
October 5, 2020
News Item: Event Professionals Gather Outside Parliament for Silent Protest
On Tuesday 29th September, thousands of event industry affiliates gathered outside Parliament to protest against the lack of support provided by the government, whilst also raising awareness to the crisis the industry currently faces.
News Item: Eagle Soaring to Safety
Eagle Plant Hire are delighted to announce a brand new division with the opening oftheirnew Survey Safety depot. The site willbeofficially opening on the 1st October and trading from new premises in Bailleston, Just off the M8 link.
October 1, 2020
News Item: Health and Safety Executive Cracks Down on Dust
Health and safety inspectors across Great Britain will be targeting construction firms to check that their health standards are up to scratch during a month-long inspection initiative, starting on Monday 5 October 2020.
IPAF hosts series of virtual inspection workshops
A series of virtual workshops to assist and support those who regularly carry out third party inspections of MEWPs and MCWPs will be hosted by IPAF to meet demand, which is high across the Middle East and South Asian countries.
September 28, 2020
News Item: High Spec JCB Backhoe is Master of All Trades
Devon contractor Newenham Agri has re-affirmed its loyal allegiance to JCB backhoe loaders – by making the companys flagship 4CX even more versatile.
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