IPAF Harness Training - Open Course

What is the IPAF Harness Training Open Course?

An Open Course is classroom-based and face-to-face with a trainer. Open courses have dates that are available for anyone to book online or by phone. On this course, you will learn how to select, inspect and use harnesses and associated safety PPE when using a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP). The IPAF Harness training course runs over a half-day and is accredited by The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF). IPAF training courses are globally recognised and developed by leading industry professionals.

Who Should Attend an IPAF Training Course?

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) strongly recommends a full body harness with an adjustable lanyard (used to provide work restraint and adjusted to be as short as possible) is used when working from a boom-type MEWP. If as part of your job you operate from a boom-type MEWP, then this course has been developed by IPAF for you.
The consequences of poorly fitted harnesses or incorrect product selection can be fatal, therefore training is vital for the safety of those operating from a MEWP.

IPAF Harness Training Open Course - Key Information

Half-Day training course at a training venue
Learn how to select, inspect and use harnesses and associated safety PPE
Add the qualification to your PAL Card
No formal entry requirements to start the course
Your qualification will be valid for 5 years
Written assessment at the end of the course

IPAF Harness Course Details

On receiving payment for your IPAF Harness training course, an email with your ‘course joining instructions’ is sent to you.
This document includes the following details:

Your chosen course date
Course start time at your chosen venue
Address of your chosen venue, including a map screenshot
Details of what to do if you need any special requirements to complete the course

You need to bring photographic ID, such as a driving licence or passport with you.

Lunch is not included, so please provide your own.

IPAF Harness Training Course Content

You will cover the following objectives in your training course:

Legislation, Standards and Guidance relating to MEWPs and Harnesses
Hazard analysis and risk assessment
Hierarchy of fall protection measures
Harness Lanyard and Fittings
Pre-Use Checks (includes practical exercise)
Fitting and Adjusting (includes practical exercise)
Usage and anchor points
Storage and maintenance of harnesses
Hazards and precautions when using harnesses
Rescue requirements and options

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Equipment to bring on the day

You will need to bring the following to your IPAF course:

Hard hat
Safety goggles/glasses
High visibility jacket/coat/vest
Safety gloves
Safety boots
1.5m full body adjustable short restraint harness and lanyard set

Under no circumstances will any delegate be allowed to take part in any outdoor work without the above personal safety equipment.
Attendees to the IPAF training course are required to bring their own harnesses as they are not supplied at the training centres.

Assessment and Certification

There is a written assessment on this course. In addition, your trainer will make an assessment judgement on the practical training aspect of your course.
On successful completion of the course, you will receive an IPAF Certificate, which is valid for 5 years. Anyone who has previously completed an IPAF Operator Course will have the Harness category (H) added to their PAL Card.

Entry Requirements

All candidates must be physically able to participate in the course and over the age of 16. The course will be in verbal English as will all slides shown during the theory session. The customer can provide a translator if it is deemed necessary, however, the translator cannot be a candidate on the course. If you would like to bring a translator, please get in touch with our team before your course date.

IPAF and Working at Height Courses

Below are other health and safety courses for those who work at height:

IPAF Training 2 Categories

This course is for those who operate or work with mobile elevation platforms (MEWPs). MEWPs come in different categories, the most popular being 3a & 3b.

IPAF PAL+

The PAL+ course for category 3a and 3b is an optional one-day, advanced qualification aimed at trained operators who work in higher-risk or challenging environments.

Working at Heights Awareness

On this course you will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent falls when working at heights, ensure proper use of equipment, and understand the risks and hazards associated with working at heights.

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