IPAF - Mobile Vertical 3a-Operator Course Description

Is the Mobile Vertical 3a-Operator course accredited by an official body?

Yes, this course is Accredited and certified by : The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF). This means that all training providers advertising their courses on this site must be an approved centre.
In most cases the awarding body (IPAF) will audit the centre to ensure the correct standard of teaching. Visit IPAF web site

What is the IPAF - Mobile Vertical 3a-Operator course?

Category: Health-and-Safety

Level: Beginner

The IPAF - Mobile Vertical 3a - Operator course contains a mix of theory and practical training, this course is designed to instruct an operator to prepare and safely operate mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) in the category Mobile Vertical (3a) and to obtain an IPAF MEWP Operators Licence (PAL Card).

How much is the Mobile Vertical 3a-Operator course?

As a broker we have a large number of Training Providers who advertise their courses with us. The lowest price we have is £165.00 and the highest price is £760.00 (These prices may include Classroom, e-Learning, Distance Learning In-House(On-Site) and Zoom options) See Dates and Locations

Who is the IPAF - Mobile Vertical 3a-Operator course designed for?

The IPAF - Mobile Vertical 3a - Operator course is for those who use, supervise or manage the use of powered access, including scissor lifts, self-propelled boom lifts, trailer mounted boom lifts and aerial work platforms. Those who need to use only one category of powered access equipment should attend a Single Category course and those who need to use two categories of powered access equipment should attend the 3a + 3b course.

What subjects does the IPAF - Mobile Vertical 3a-Operator course cover?

Awareness of different types of MEWPs

Safe operation of MEWPs and limitations of use

Pre-use checks, inspection and function tests

Planning the route before operating the MEWP

Travelling the route and manoeuvring the MEWP

Setting up the MEWP for work

Basic operational practice

Achievement testing

Selection and use of fall arrest equipment

Log book issue

Course review and close

How is the IPAF - Mobile Vertical 3a-Operator course assessed?

A mix of classroom-based teaching and practical exercises including IPAF theory and practical assessment

What certificate do I get for passing the IPAF - Mobile Vertical 3a-Operator course?

IPAF - Mobile Vertical 3a - Operator

IPAF - Mobile Vertical 3a-Operator syllabus

Category: Health-and-Safety

Level: Beginner