Are you in need of a certified license for operating cherry pickers, telehandlers, or other equipment? Our tailored IPAF Training Courses are designed to meet your requirements, ensuring your operators are ready for upcoming projects.
Vertikal UK offers an array of courses, including Static Boom (1b), Mobile Vertical (3a), Mobile Boom (3b), Push Around Vertical, MEWP Harness Use and Inspection, MEWPS for Managers, and IPAF PAL+ courses. Additionally, we provide PASMA Tower for Users courses.
All our IPAF & PASMA courses feature comprehensive written theory and practical sessions. It’s worth noting that for select courses, the theory component can be completed online before attending, which may shorten the practical session duration. For further information and pricing details, please feel free to inquire when making a booking.
Most of our courses provide delegates with an ePal (electronic Powered Access Licence) upon successful completion of the IPAF training. If desired, a hardcopy IPAF card and certificate can be ordered for an additional fee (please consult specific course details for pricing).
Our telehandler training and other courses typically span from half a day to a full day of training. For further details about our IPAF courses in the Hull area, feel free to contact us today, and one of our friendly team members will be delighted to assist you.
If you require further information, do not hesitate to reach out to our accommodating team, who are ready to help.
The Automated External Defibrillation (AED) course equips participants with crucial skills for using a defibrillator, fostering confidence in emergency response.
Throughout the 3-hour session, participants will cover:
1. Identifying chest pains
2. Effective communication and casualty care
3. Familiarization with various defibrillator types
4. Emergency management
5. Defibrillator operation
6. CPR techniques for resuscitation
7. First aider responsibilities
8. Treatment of an unresponsive casualty
Course Options:
1. Blended e-learning: Participants engage in a 2-hour online theory session followed by a 4-hour practical session.
2. Full-Day Course: Both theory and practical sessions are conducted in a single day at our training facility.
This course is designed for workplaces, including schools, and individuals seeking to acquire essential life-saving skills. Upon completion, participants will demonstrate compliance with the Health & Safety (First Aid) 1981 Regulations.
Content Covered:
– Roles and responsibilities of a first aider
– Incident assessment
– Management of an unresponsive casualty
– CPR
– Recovery Position
– Use of AED (Defibrillator)
– Choking
– Seizures
– Shock
– Wound and bleeding management
– Treatment of minor injuries such as cuts, grazes, bruises, minor burns, and scalds
Course Options:
1. Blended e-learning: Candidates participate in a 6-hour online theory session followed by a 2-day practical session.
2. 3 Full-Day Course: Both theory and practical sessions are conducted over three days at our training facility.
Upon successful completion of this course, candidates will be qualified to act as first-aiders in the workplace. This comprehensive First Aid at Work course includes the 1-day Emergency First Aid at Work course and provides extensive training for addressing a wide range of injuries and illnesses.
Successful candidates will receive the Level 3 First Aid at Work certificate, valid for 3 years.
Unit 1 covers:
– Roles and responsibilities of a first aider
– Cross infection prevention
– Incident recording
– Equipment usage
– Incident assessment
– Management of unconscious casualties (including seizures)
– Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
– Safe use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
– Choking
– Wound and bleeding management
– Shock
– Treatment of minor injuries (cuts, grazes, bruises, burns, scalds, splinters)
Unit 2 covers:
– Secondary survey
– Injuries to bones, joints, and muscles (including spinal injuries)
– Suspected head and spinal injuries
– Chest injuries
– Burns and scalds
– Eye injuries
– Sudden poisoning
– Anaphylaxis
– Major illnesses (heart attack, stroke, epilepsy, asthma, diabetes)
– Management of serious bleeding, including embedded objects, sucking chest wound, and amputations
This program is aimed at Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) operators and those looking to renew their operator licenses. The one-day IPAF training course educates operators on the safe preparation and operation of static vertical personnel platforms. It incorporates both theoretical knowledge and practical training, empowering operators to safely and effectively maneuver, drive, and position vertical personnel platforms.
Location: Vertikal Head Office
Duration:The course duration is one day, running from 8 am to 4 pm, covering both written theory and practical sessions. Additionally, there is a half-day dedicated solely to the practical session. Before attending, participants are required to complete the online theory component, which typically takes a total of four hours.
Details:
PPE required on the day:
Please enquire with our friendly team about course availability and pricing.
This program is customized for Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) operators and individuals looking to renew their licenses. The one-day IPAF training course is designed to provide operators with the necessary skills to safely maneuver, drive, and position MEWPs. It combines theoretical instruction with practical training, covering various types of MEWPs such as scissor lifts, boom lifts, trailer-mounted, or truck-mounted platforms.
Location: Vertikal Head Office
Duration: 1 Day – 8am until 4pm written theory and practical session. 1/2 day for the practical session only. The theory must be completed online prior to attending which takes 4 hours in total.
Details:
PPE required on the day:
Please enquire with our friendly team about course availability and pricing.
This program is specifically crafted to train operators in preparing and operating different Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs), such as scissor lifts and personnel lifts without outriggers, which permit driving while elevated (based on manufacturer specifications). The one-day IPAF training course provides comprehensive instruction on the safe preparation and utilisation of scissor lifts and mobile vertical personnel platforms. It integrates both theoretical knowledge and hands-on training, empowering operators to maneuver, drive, and position these platforms with safety and efficiency.
Location: Vertikal Head Office
Duration: 1 Day – 8am until 4pm written theory and practical session. 1/2 day for the practical session only. The theory must be completed online prior to attending which takes 4 hours in total.
Details:
PPE required on the day:
Please enquire with our friendly team about course availability and pricing.
This program is designed to prepare potential operators to safely operate mobile scissor lifts or booms, as well as static lifts and static booms. The one-day IPAF training course instructs operators on how to prepare and safely use scissor lifts and mobile vertical personnel platforms. It offers both theory and practical training, enabling operators to maneuver, drive, and position scissor lifts and mobile vertical platforms safely and proficiently.
Location: Vertikal Head Office
Duration: 1 Day – 8am until 4pm written theory and practical session. 1/2 day for the practical session only. The theory must be completed online prior to attending which takes 4 hours in total.
Details:
PPE required on the day:
Please enquire with our friendly team about course availability and pricing.
This program provides delegates with crucial knowledge for the safe operation of Push Around Verticals. The IPAF training course instructs operators on how to maneuver and position Push Around Vertical access machines (PAVs) safely and proficiently. Additionally, operators who are already trained in categories 1a and/or 3a can utilise a PAV after familiarisation with the specific machine by a qualified person.
Location: Vertikal Head Office
Duration: 1 Day – 8am until 4pm written theory and practical session. 1/2 day for the practical session only. The theory must be completed online prior to attending which takes 4 hours in total.
Details:
PPE required on the day:
Please enquire with our friendly team about course availability and pricing.
Location: Online Learning
Location: Online Learning
Duration: Half day online course
This course is essential for individuals who will personally utilize a harness in a MEWP. It offers comprehensive training for harness usage but excludes the responsibility of conducting statutory inspections on behalf of an organization. Though not mandatory, it’s recommended that MEWP operators complete both the HA and HU courses for thorough training.
Throughout the course, participants will develop proficiency in harnesses and lanyards usage within MEWPs. They will also be trained to conduct meticulous pre-use checks of harnesses and lanyards designated for use in MEWPs.
Upon completion, candidates will have their qualification digitally added to their card. Those without a PAL Card will receive a digital certificate accessible through the IPAF ePAL app.
Location: Vertikal Head Office
Duration: 30-minute practical session
Location: Vertikal Head Office
Duration: Half day course
Who for: Assessment encompasses both theoretical understanding and practical application up to the level of an Inspector.
Location: Vertikal Head Office
Duration: 1 day – 8AM-4PM
PPE required on the day:
This one-day PASMA training course is designed for individuals who will use mobile access towers, whether at home or in a work environment. It caters to delegates who are new to tower usage and those who have used towers without formal training. Delegates retaking the course after their earlier qualification has expired will need to complete the full course again.
Location: Vertikal Head Office
Duration: The course lasts for one day, commencing at 8 am and concluding at 4 pm, encompassing both written theory and practical sessions. Additionally, there is a half-day allocated solely to the practical session. Participants must complete the online theory component before attending, which generally takes a total of four hours.
Details:
PPE required on the day:
Please enquire with our friendly team about course availability and pricing.
The PASMA Combined Low-Level Access and Towers for Users course equips you with specialised knowledge for safe work with both mobile access towers and low-level access equipment such as podiums. You’ll learn the safe procedures for assembling, dismantling, altering, and moving this equipment, along with its proper usage and inspection protocols. Furthermore, the course addresses hazard identification associated with equipment use, as well as the legislation, regulations, and guidance relevant to these towers.
Location: Vertikal Head Office
Duration: The course duration is one day, from 8 am to 4 pm, consisting of a written theory and practical session. Additionally, there is a half-day dedicated solely to the practical session. Before attending, participants must complete the online theory, which typically takes four hours to finish.
Details:
PPE required on the day:
Please enquire with our friendly team about course availability and pricing.
The PASMA Towers for Managers course offers specialized knowledge necessary for maintaining accident-free zones within your towers. This course enables you to provide better support for your on-site teams, ensure their safety at the end of each shift, and fulfill all legal obligations. It encompasses tower inspection, identification of various tower types, and instructs you on what to observe from the ground before, during, and after work activities. The course involves a blend of theory and group exercises, entirely conducted in a classroom setting, eliminating the need for practical work, hard hats, or tower climbing.
Location: Vertikal Head Office
Duration: 1 Day – 8am until 4pm written theory.
Details:
PPE required on the day:
Please enquire with our friendly team about course availability and pricing.
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) provides globally recognised courses tailored for aspiring operators. These comprehensive courses span a range of equipment, encompassing mobile elevating platforms to mast climbing work platforms.
The IPAF card, commonly referred to as the PAL card, has a validity of five years. Upon expiration, eligible individuals seeking a renewal test can reach out to an IPAF training center for assistance with the renewal process.
Telehandler training typically ranges from one to four days for completion, contingent on the learner’s prior experience and the speed at which they assimilate the material.
Certainly, similar to any other Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP), operating a telehandler requires a license. Furthermore, individuals may need to be at least 21 years old to operate a machine weighing over 7.5 tonnes. It’s crucial to thoroughly review all prerequisites before enrolling in a telehandler course.
Indeed, it’s possible to fail an IPAF test. However, in most cases, you can retake it the following day. Before proceeding with a retake, we advise you to contact us to explore your options further.
The average Telehandler salary in the UK stands at £31,145 per year or £15.97 per hour. As with many professions, this salary range is subject to variation based on your level of experience. For newcomers to the industry, the starting salary typically hovers around £28,275 per year.
These training programs are designed to equip operators for safe on-site operations with a variety of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs), such as cherry pickers, scissor lifts, and more.
To operate a cherry picker or boom lift, successful completion of one of our certified courses is required. Upon completing the course, you’ll receive a ‘PAL card,’ outlining the courses undertaken and the machinery for which you are qualified to operate.
Other services we provide: Powered Access Hire, Plant Hire, Tool Hire, Industrial Services
We provide training across diverse fields, focusing primarily on delivering exceptional powered access hire services in Lincolnshire. With multiple depots strategically located throughout the region, we guarantee prompt access to the right training whenever you require it.
