Book work at height training

Emergency first aid at work

This one-day emergency first aid training course will help employers meet regulatory requirements if their risk assessment indicates that first aid training covering emergency protocols only is sufficient for their workplace.

Fire Marshal Awareness Half day

The half-day Fire Marshal training course covers the role of the designated fire marshal (also known as a fire warden). The candidate will learn how to identify fire hazards in the workplace to minimize risk and ensure that emergency procedures such as fire drills and evacuations are carried out appropriately. 

First Aid at Work 2 day Requalification

The First Aid at Work Requalification training course updates the first aid skills of those who need to renew their First Aid at Work certificate. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) strongly recommends that first aiders requalify within a month of their certificate expiring.

First Aid at Work 3 day

The HSE-recognised First Aid at Work training course will equip the first aider in most workplaces with the necessary practical skills to help deal with first aid emergencies and meet standards required by Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations.

Health & Safety Awareness CITB

This course highlights provides health and safety awareness and provides practical advice on keeping you and your colleagues safe at work.

IPAF 3A and 3B Operator Training Course

The IPAF 3a and 3b Training Course instructs an operator to prepare and operate various types of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) including cherry pickers, scissor lifts, and mobile booms such as articulated & electric boom lifts

IPAF Competent Assessed Person (CAP) Programme

The IPAF CAP programme provides up-to-date guidance for platform engineers on compliance with regulatory requirements and evidence that individuals are competent persons to plan, manage or conduct thorough examinations of powered access platforms.

IPAF Harness Use & Inspection

IPAF accredited course designed for any operator, supervisor or manager required to select, inspect, or use harnesses and lanyards on MEWPs.

IPAF Load Unload

The Load/Unload IPAF training course covers the loading, safe transportation and unloading of typical MEWP loads across a range of transportation.

IPAF MEWPS for managers online

IPAF's MEWPs for Managers training course covers what managers need to know for safe and effective use of MEWPs on site, including planning the job, conducting a risk assessment, selecting the right equipment for optimum cost-efficiency and mitigating all possible risks. This course has been designed to be completed solely on eLearning, on compatible PCs and tablet devices.

IPAF OP: Mobile Vertical/Mobile Boom/Static Boom 3A 3B 1B

This programme is designed for the operators of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) and those looking to renew their operator licences.

IPAF OP: Static Booms 1B

This programme is designed for the operators of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) and those looking to renew their operator licences.

IPAF Site Assessment (for MEWP Selection)

Choosing the right Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) for a working at height task can be a complex challenge. Being confident and sufficiently knowledgeable to select the right platform for the job directly reduces risk. Correct platform selection also improves the effectiveness and efficiency of MEWP operation, reducing unnecessary costs and ensuring site safety. The course guides candidates through the process of determining the right powered access unit or units for a given task.

IPAF online operator theory

IPAF's eLearning provides a flexible and enhanced online learning experience for the mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) operator. It provides the same high-quality theory training as in the classroom and can be completed on a range of devices anytime, anywhere, at your own pace. IPAF’s eLearning for MEWP operators is available for all MEWP categories (1b, 3a, 3b)

IPAF: MEWPS for Managers Virtual Classroom

IPAF’s MEWPs for Managers course can now be delivered virtually via video conference with a Nationwide Platforms instructor. It provides the same high quality training as the classroom based with the benefit of sitting the course in the comfort of your own home. The course covers what managers need to know for safe and effective use of MEWPs on site, including planning the job, conducting a risk assessment, selecting the right equipment for optimum cost-efficiency and mitigating all possible risks.

IPAF: MEWPs for Managers

The IPAF MEWPs for Managers course is essential training for anyone who supervises or plans working at height. Developed in conjunction with major contractors, the course covers topics including the correct selection of platforms, regulations associated with work at height, emergency procedures, equipment maintenance and pre-use checks. Practical demonstrations are also included if machines are available.

NWP Harness Use/Inspection Course

Nationwide Platforms' own course designed for any operator, supervisor or manager required to select, inspect, or use harnesses and lanyards on MEWPs.

PAL + Mobile Scissor/Boom

PAL + is an optional, additional one day of category specific training aimed at operators working in higher risk or challenging environments. IPAF's well recognised Powered Access License (PAL) operator course is certified to the international standard ISO 18878. The PAL operator course meets all requirements for basic operator training. Now there is an extra "+" for those wanting to go further. Operators looking for more advanced and extensive training can opt to take this one-day PAL + course.

PASMA Combined Course

How to safely assemble, dismantle and relocate low level access units and standard mobile access towers without risk of personal injury to the delegate or others.

PASMA Towers for Managers Virtual

PASMA Training: Towers for Users Course

In this course delegates are taught how to safely construct and deconstruct MATs whilst gaining a wider awareness of the associated hazards. Attendees are also given practical guidance on the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as well as grounding in the regulations and legislation applicable to aluminium towers.

Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)

This course is aimed at first time managers, foremen, team leaders, supervisors and those who have or are about to acquire supervisory responsibilities.

Site Managers Safety Scheme Refresher

A fresher health and safety course for managers, foremen, team leaders, supervisors and those who have supervisory responsibilities.

Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS)

This course is aimed at first time managers, foremen, team leaders, supervisors and those who have or are about to acquire supervisory responsibilities.