Category: IPAF
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Combatting common MEWPs and MCWPs accidents
Mark Keily, member and former chair of IPAF’s International Safety Committee, explores the latest safety trends and explains why accident reporting has never been more important. Improving powered access safety is a fundamental priority for IPAF. As part of this commitment, the federation has collected accident data since 2012, providing insights that support the development…
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In pictures | Spider lift supports cathedral conservation
A Hinowa spider lift has become a ‘vital’ part of a historic cathedral’s maintenance programme. Built almost 1,000 years ago, Winchester Cathedral is a stunning example of medieval design and architecture. Maintenance of the historic structure requires an innovative and sensitive approach to ensure it is protected as a place of worship for generations to…
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Safety campaign aims to stop MEWP overturns
IPAF has launched its 2025 safety campaign to help reduce injuries and fatalities across the powered access sector. At the recent IPAF Summit in Dublin, the title for this year’s campaign was revealed as Stop Overturns – Safety Starts on the Ground. Using data from its global Accident Reporting Portal, IPAF’s annual campaign aims to highlight an…
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IPAF celebrates TAF Awards recognition
Two IPAF employees have been named in the Trade Association Forum (TAF) Awards for the second year. Jo Power, head of membership and communications at IPAF, was named on the Women in Trade Associations Powerlist 2025, while events manager Courtney Kellett was named on the 2025 30 Under 30 List. Power, who featured on the Powerlist last year, has…
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Prioritising safety in the powered access industry
Falls from the platform rank among the top causes of death and major injury in powered access. Haulotte, the European leader of aerial work platforms, recently launched the FASTN universal active anchorage system. Already awarded at various events and trade fairs – including the Grands Prix des Materiel – Chantiers de France, HIRE 24 Australia…