International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
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Updated guidance aims to reduce risks of entrapment and crushing incidents when using MEWPs
Federation backing AIF campaign to retain existing UK Work at Height safety regulations
MEWP users warned about the risk of ejection from the platform, leading to serious injury and death
Those who log data in the accident reporting portal are now able to access improved dashboard functions
Operators can now benefit from ISO-certified MEWP training in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania
Federation’s annual Summit hears falls from the platform will be focus of this year’s safety campaign
New membership category aimed at those in health and safety or related supervisory roles
International Safety Committee created to help globalize standards development and implementation
Global Safety Report 2021 highlights need for more powered access near-miss data from across industry
Two new short presentations with supporting Andy Access posters covering PFPE when using MEWPs
New digital operator app for MEWP and MCWP users set to be a game-changer for safety and efficiency
Tim Whiteman to leave International Powered Access Federation after 15 years at the helm
Indian judicial system finds decisively in favour of International Powered Access Federation
New reporting system and possible financial penalties for falls from height in UK workplaces
New inquiry aims to cut the number of workplace fatalities caused by falls from height