IPAF backs CESAR Scheme to help tackle powered access equipment theft
IPAF has become an official supporter of the CESAR Scheme, extending the UK’s leading equipment security and registration initiative to powered access equipment and helping raise awareness of theft prevention, traceability and recovery. IPAF has become an official supporter of the Construction Equipment Association’s CESAR Scheme, extending backing for the UK’s leading equipment security and […]
Health and Safety Executive release annual statistics for work-related fatal injuries in Great Britain 2026
This morning, the Health and Safety Executive released their annual statistics for work-related fatal injuries in Great Britain, 2026. Some key headlines relating to falls from height:🟢 Falls from height remain the leading cause of workplace fatalities in Great Britain🟢 31 people died at work due to a fall from height – a reduction of […]
Ladder Association issues 100,000th training qualification!
The Ladder Association reached a significant training milestone earlier this month as they issued their 100,000th training qualification! The delegate who now holds LadderCard certificate number 100000 is John Heaton from affordable housing provider, Torus, based in Liverpool (UK). He was trained by instructor Andrew Rose, who’s employed by long-standing Ladder Association training member, HSS […]
IPAF’s 2026 Rental Market Reports Highlight Slower Growth in Europe and Stronger US Performance
New industry analysis shows Europe’s MEWP rental sector facing economic pressure and cautious investment, while the US market outperformed expectations with resilient demand and renewed fleet growth. The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has published its 2026 Rental Market Reports, featuring expert insight into the MEWP rental markets across Europe, the US, and Asia. In 2025, both the European […]
Thousands take part in No Falls Week height safety campaign
No Falls Week, the annual safe work at height campaign from the No Falls Foundation, has seen record levels of engagement and participation in its third year. Launched in 2024, No Falls Week is a week-long campaign that takes place each year in May, with a simple yet crucial mission; to raise awareness about the […]
IPAF’s 2026 Global Safety Campaign “Check It!” Focuses on MEWP Inspections
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has today launched its 2026 Global Safety Campaign, titled “Check It!”, aimed at promoting the critical importance of pre-use inspections, proper maintenance and regular servicing of powered access equipment. This year’s campaign calls on everyone involved in the powered access industry – from operators and managers to rental companies […]
IPAF Reaches Major Milestone with 2,000 Members Worldwide
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has reached 2,000 members across the globe. IPAF’s membership now spans 83 countries, bringing together manufacturers, rental companies, contractors, and training providers. The growth underscores increasing industry recognition of the importance of safety standards, operator training, and best practices in powered access. Peter Douglas, CEO & Managing Director of […]
No Falls Week Height Safety Campaign Hits 5,000 Milestone
No Falls Week, the annual safe work at height campaign from the No Falls Foundation, has seen a surge in new sign-ups, taking the total overall number of registered participants beyond 5,000! Launched in 2024, No Falls Week aims to raise awareness about the importance of safe working at height, prevent falls and ensure everyone […]
RIDDOR: Consultation launched
Content from the HSE ebulletin issued 8 April 2026 HSE has launched a consultation on The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR). The consultation is now open for comments. The consultation seeks stakeholder views on a range of legislative and non-legislative proposals to help reduce work-related ill health, one of HSE’s key strategic objectives. It […]
IPAF Launches New ‘Share Your Story’ Safety Video and Calls for Industry Contributions
IPAF has released the third video in its ‘Share Your Story’ safety series, developed using real-life incident experiences shared by its members. Through reconstructing actual events, the initiative aims to drive industry-wide learning and cultural change, encouraging greater transparency, reflection and collaboration to improve safety across the powered access sector. The latest video, titled “Pedestrian […]