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IPAF Instructor

IPAF Instructor Training

A 5 day course for experienced operators who want to become IPAF instructors, finishing with the instructor examination. We also deliver this course for national MEWP hire companies across the UK.

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Duration5 days, then 3 days mentoring
LevelExperienced operators
Price£2,000 + VAT per person
Group sizeUp to 4 delegates
With mentoring£2,500 + VAT per person
LocationKnowsley, Liverpool, L33 7UY, or your site
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IPAF instructor teaching in the Adapt classroomInstructor going through MEWP controlsPractical MEWP training in the yard

Entry criteria

To start the course, you must have:

36 months' MEWP operating experience
IPAF Operator PAL card held for at least 6 months
IPAF Demonstrator PAL card held for at least 3 months
IPAF MEWPs for Managers
Acceptable Instructional Techniques training (3 days minimum)
An approved Harness Instructor course
First Aid at Work training to the HSE standard
Need the Demonstrator or MEWPs for Managers first? IPAF Demonstrator · MEWPs for Managers

Course content

Day 1: Introduction and initial assessment

Theory test, a test of your ability on the machine, and preparing your presentation.

Day 2: IPAF courses

Your assessed 30 minute presentation on a chosen MEWP subject, planning the day, an overview of IPAF courses, the IPAF Operator course, and assessed operator practical demonstration and testing.

Day 3: IPAF courses (continued)

Delivering the IPAF Operator course theory, operation, paperwork, and your CPD plan and log.

Day 4: Individual presentations

Individual presentations and practical demonstration.

Day 5: Examination

Final test with an IPAF allocated examiner (1 examiner for 1 to 2 candidates, 2 for 3 to 4).

After the course: mentoring

Before you receive your instructor licence, you're mentored for 3 days, usually by an IPAF senior instructor or examiner: a half-day theory and observed practical, then the reverse, then a full course you deliver under observation. Mentoring must be completed within 6 months of the course.

Who should attend

Experienced MEWP operators who want to train other delegates to use MEWPs, including staff of hire companies and training providers.

Entry requirements: see the entry criteria above. All delegates must meet them before the course starts.

Delegate requirements: delegates should be physically fit and in good health.

Qualification & funding

IPAF is the not-for-profit federation that promotes the safe use of powered access worldwide. After passing the IPAF instructor examination and completing mentoring, you receive your IPAF instructor licence.

This course is approved for CITB Levy Funding. We are a CITB Approved Training Organisation and will process your levy payment if you are a registered company.

What our delegates say

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FAQ

How long does it take to qualify?

5 days on the course, then 3 days of mentoring within 6 months.

What does it cost?

£2,000 + VAT for the course, or £2,500 + VAT including mentoring.

Can you deliver it for our company?

Yes. We deliver this course for national MEWP hire companies throughout the UK.

What if I don't meet all the entry criteria?

Call us on 0151 549 0549. We run the Demonstrator and MEWPs for Managers courses and can help you plan the route.

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