The IPAF MEWPs for Managers training course is designed for managers and supervisors responsible for safely overseeing work at height and the use of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) in compliance with relevant regulations. This comprehensive course equips participants with essential knowledge for managing the safe use of MEWPs on-site, covering all aspects from job planning and risk assessment to equipment selection and risk mitigation.

The course covers the following key topics:

• MEWP legislation and guidance
• Rental terms and conditions
• Types and uses of machines
• Structural components and MEWP selection
• Operator training and familiarization
• Daily operator inspections
• Personal fall protection for MEWPs
• Safe operating methods and hazard awareness
• Ensuring safety beyond training
• Written assessment

The primary objective of this course is to equip delegates with essential knowledge for planning, supervising, and managing the use of MEWPs in the workplace, including:

• Relevant legislation
• MEWP classifications
• Machine selection criteria
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) considerations
• Identifying misuse and abuse
• Planning and maintenance best practices

Certification

Successful delegates will receive a Digital Certificate of Training for IPAF MEWPs for Managers, valid for 5 years.

Trainee Requirements

Candidates for the IPAF courses must:

• Be at least 16 years of age
• Use a computer equipped with a webcam to complete this course

Note: There is no hands-on practical requirement for this course.

PPE Requirements

Since the IPAF MEWPs for Managers course is entirely theory-based and conducted online, work-at-height PPE is not required.

Who Should Apply?

This training course is ideal for employers, project managers, foremen, and supervisors across various industries, including:

• Construction
• Facilities management
• Retail
• Airports
• Arboriculture

Anyone responsible for planning and overseeing MEWP operations on-site will benefit significantly from obtaining the IPAF MEWPs for Managers qualification.

Who Will Benefit?

All individuals in your organization who use, supervise, or manage MEWP operations on-site will benefit from obtaining the IPAF MEWPs for Managers qualification.

Note: IPAF training is provided by a third-party instructor through an IPAF registered training centre.