Remember Me
forgot your password?

Why Managers Must Adhere To IPAF Recommendations

IPAF is the International Powered Access Federation; it is dedicated in promoting safe usage of powered access machinery through effective training courses. Its worldwide stance has meant the organisation has become an authority in all training issues surrounding powered access machinery, operating in many countries globally. Set up in 1983, this year sees IPAF celebrating its twenty fifth year as a non-profit organisation that strives to create safer working procedures for all powered access workers. By creating training guidelines, its work has been fundamental in strengthening the safety aspects of powered access operating.

IPAF performs this important role by regulating training operators and ensuring they meet strict standards of operation. It is currently estimated that almost seventy thousand operatives undergo training in around three hundred training centres in any one year. The result of training is a certificate in the form of a PAL card or Powered Access License. It is not just a top down organisation however; with such a wide base of members, it is through feedback on working procedures that members can influence future legislation and improve the way in which powered access is performed.

IPAF have been recently working toward training all operators to enter into their 'Clunk Click' campaign. Reminiscent of the seatbelt campaigns during the eighties and nineties it sets out to ensure that operatives wear a full body harness whenever they are working at height. Training also ensures that this harness is secured to a suitable anchor point at all times. The campaign can be seen as a clear response to a number of fatalities where boom lift workers were catapulted from their work stations due to a lack of suitable harness equipment.

Legally, IPAF has to constantly keep itself, and it's licensed training centres up to date with current legislation. Most recently the Work at Height Regulation (2005) and the Construction Regulations (2007) have meant an overhaul of the training programs, this work was undertaken meaning that legally defined responsibilities can be easily met for operatives. Having a global approach however means that IPAF must incorporate a number of diverse regulations from different countries in order to comply. It is through a multi-lateral approach that the body have achieved training programs that meet all relevant government legislation.

For those who run a boom lift business, IPAF training will become an even more important element to operation. The new corporate manslaughter act of last year will, according to legal expects work towards protecting conscientious managers while simultaneously punishing those who run dangerous working methods. The act came into effect last month and ensures that managers make relevant provisions and ensure safe working methods are maintained at all times. More precisely this is maintaining equipment extensively and ensuring work areas are safe. If these responsibilities are neglected and a death does occur, an investigation of the company managers will ensue. The findings of the investigation will deem if the company is at fault and whether charges of corporate manslaughter can be levelled.

It is due to these strict health and safety regulations that IPAF has been able to lead safety standards in its field. Without the work of this organisation there is little doubt that the powered access operator would be at more risk. If you are a business manager that regularly utilises boom lifts and other powered access lifts, finding a nearby approved training facility is essential if you do not wish to fall foul to current legislation. Ultimately the organisation is trying to make the working world safer, your responsibilities as a manager are to heed their recommendations and ensure that accidents are kept to a minimum.

Thomas Pretty

Industry expert Thomas Pretty looks into the importance of IPAF training for boom lift operators and powered access workers.

Rate this Article: 0 / 5 stars - 0 vote(s)
Print Email Re-Publish

Add new Comment



Captcha

  • Latest Regulatory Compliance Articles
  • More from Thomas Pretty

Other than the area of pornography, there are very few ways to censor internet

By: Paul Ingersole | 08/12/2009
The FCC will issue fines to any entity that falls under free to air broadcasting who participates in programming that involves obscenities, vulgar behaviors, nudity, or libel. These finds are high dollar amounts ranging from $250,000 to $375,000 per incident.

The Challenges of Managing Urban Growth and Implication to Real Estate Professionals

By: Fattah Adewale Aderinto | 03/12/2009
urban population growth can be explained in term of natural increase in population, rural-urban migration and city annexation into surrounding rural areas. Urban city or mega city within a country has been a victim of any urbanization because they offer number of competitive advantages such as higher wages, education, health care, and social cultural attractions, that all result in a better quality of life for the poorest members of the society

Family lawyer- Taking Care of your Family Issues:

By: marryzalaa | 01/12/2009
A Personal Family Lawyer is a trusted advisor who helps you to make the very best personal, financial, legal and business decisions for your family throughout your lifetime.

Family lawyer- Taking Care of your Family Issues:

By: marryzalaa | 01/12/2009
A Personal Family Lawyer is a trusted advisor who helps you to make the very best personal, financial, legal and business decisions for your family throughout your lifetime.

BUY BACK OF SHARES – LEGAL ASPECTS

By: DR.R.SRINIVASAN | 30/11/2009
Buy back of shares enable the company to go back to its shareholders and offers to purchase from them the shares they hold. Sec. 77A of the companiesAmendmentAct, 1999,the central Govt has permitted Indian companies to buyback their shares from the Open Market.

Small Claims Court

By: junaidahmad1 | 25/11/2009
Johnny B. Good entered the store with a photo of seven rolls of film for development. "I want my honeymoon photos developed as soon as possible. We were in Italy, and I took the most amazing pictures in my life," he said. "No problem, replied the clerk at the photo shop." We will have them ready by the end of the day, "she said. After work, Johnny returned to the photo store to claim his developed pictures." Wow, you're sure you bring them?

MLM Secret You Should Know

By: Terry Wg | 24/11/2009
MLM success is within your reach if you just know the ins and out of MLM network marketing.

Real Estate Laws in Louisiana: What You Should Know as a Property Owner

By: Andre Savoie | 24/11/2009
One of the many unique attributes of the state of Louisiana is our legal code. Unlike the rest of the states in America, the laws in Louisiana are based on the French civil code, also referred to as the French Napoleonic code. Read more about how this may impact you if you own or are considering buying real estate in the state.

Affordable Kitchen Renovation Ideas Such As Worktops, Cupboards And Handles

By: Thomas Pretty | 14/10/2008 | Interior Design
A look at how the replacing of worktops, cupboards and even door handles can change the style of a kitchen and make it far more appealing to prospective buyers.

The Fire Risk Assessment; Legally Required And Essential For Your Business

By: Thomas Pretty | 14/10/2008 | Regulatory Compliance
Advice to business managers and owners on how to conduct a fire risk assessment, what is involved and why it is important to undertake the process regularly.

The MP3 Player; Bringing Music To The Masses

By: Thomas Pretty | 14/10/2008 | Electronics
A look at the history and development of the MP3 player and how it has revolutionised the way we listen to music.

Stansted Airport, The Military, Budget Airlines And Car Hire Services

By: Thomas Pretty | 14/10/2008 | Flights
A look at how the military, the rise of low cost air travel and car hire provisions have all been instrumental in the development of the Stansted Airport site.

How Your Cleaning Supplies Can Affect Asthma

By: Thomas Pretty | 13/10/2008 | Health
A look at a recent study that found how certain cleaning supplies may worsen the effects of asthma and why effective cleaning methods are vital.

Why Managers Are Legally And Morally Obliged To Deliver Fire Safety Training To Staff

By: Thomas Pretty | 12/10/2008 | Regulatory Compliance
Advice to business managers why they should enact fire safety training programmes for staff members, to ensure a safe working environment.

The Essential Functions Of An Estate Agent

By: Thomas Pretty | 12/10/2008 | Real Estate
A look at estate agent services within the Colchester area and the responsibilities they should be undertaking for their fee.

The Modern Printer And Ink Cartridges; Essential For The Spread Of Ideas

By: Thomas Pretty | 11/10/2008 | Technology
A look at the importance of printing throughout history and why the introduction of the home printer and easily accessible ink cartridges has led to a rapid spreading of ideas and cultural development.

Submit Your Articles Free: Signup
Article Categories




Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the Terms Of Use and Privacy Policy | User published content is licensed under a Creative Commons License.
Copyright © 2005-2008 Free Articles by ArticlesBase.com, All rights reserved. (0.54, 6, w1)