IPAF Push Around Vertical (PAV)

• Safe operation of PAV and limitations of use
• Pre-use checks, inspection and function tests
• Emergency lowering
• Planning the route before operating the PAV
• Introduction to the PAV
• Major components identification and its function
• Starting/stopping the PAV, correct starting and shut down procedures
• Travelling the route and manoeuvring the PAV
• Setting up the PAV for work
• Basic operational practice
• Achievement testing
• Use of log book, course evaluation and close

By the end of the course, the delegate will:

• Be fully aware of the relevant Health & Safety regulations and accident prevention and control.
• Be fully aware of the needs regarding personal protection equipment, correct emergency procedures, capacity and limitations.
• Be able to manoeuvre and position the machine as required, and operate the machine proficiently and safely.
• Be able to correctly position and carry out the required tasks in a correct and proper manner.

Who needs a PAL Card?

If you need to work at height and use access equipment:

• IPAF believes that you should receive basic training
• In addition to your main job, e.g. electrician, painter, decorator, cleaner, you will acquire a new skill
• Platforms are designed to be easy to use and offer a safe way to work at height, but with basic training you will use the equipment more effectively and safely
• If you are an employerYou can be sure that legal requirements have been fulfilled if your platform operators have the PAL card
• Most legislation, covering Health & Safety obligations, accident prevention and work at height regulations, requires you to provide employees with proper and adequate training in the use of work equipment.
• IPAF training to the highest standard means that your platform operators will also work more efficiently and productively.

Course entry criteria

• Applicants should be at least 16 years old and physically fit
• It is desirable (but not mandatory) that applicants should be literate
• It is desirable (but not mandatory) that applicants have had driving experience as an indication of dexterity.