IPAF Dual 3a & 3b Operator in Coalville, Leicestershire (Classroom)
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The IPAF Dual 3a & 3b Operator course certificates you to operate mobile vertical platforms (3a, scissor lifts) and mobile boom platforms (3b) safely and in line with the Work at Height Regulations.
This course is delivered in a classroom and practical training area in Coalville, Leicestershire, with an indoor practical facility so training runs whatever the weather.
What it covers
Relevant legislation and standards, machine categories and their limitations, pre-use inspection and function checks, safe operating techniques, hazard identification including overhead obstructions and ground conditions, emergency lowering and rescue planning.
Assessment
A theory test plus a practical assessment on each machine category. Delegates should be physically fit and bring appropriate PPE. A harness is required for 3b.
Certification
Successful delegates receive an IPAF PAL Card valid for five years, plus a certificate and logbook.
Training Venue
This course is delivered at a physical training venue in Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 1TX. Full joining instructions, including the exact address and arrival time, are sent by Envico once your booking is confirmed.
After completing the course, learners can order their certificate directly from the provider.
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OMS is an accredited health and safety training provider established in 1998, operating from its own training centre at Coalville in Leicestershire with additional venues at Bebington on the Wirral and Warrington in Cheshire. Accreditations include NEBOSH, CITB, IOSH, IPAF, PASMA, the Ladder Association, UKATA and SPA/MPQC. NEBOSH General, Fire, Environmental and Construction certificates all run from Coalville, alongside the full CITB Site Safety Plus range. The Coalville centre has an indoor practical training area and free parking.
Envico Limited is an independent intermediary working in association with OMS. Envico is not accredited by or associated with examination bodies or institutions in any way. All courses advertised on this website are advertised and delivered by independent and established accredited or approved training providers.

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Read the access platform guideWhat's included
- Awarding body
- IPAF
- Certificate
- IPAF PAL Card (digital, via the ePAL app)
- Validity
- 5 years
- Theory test followed by practical test
- Practical training on your chosen MEWP categories
- Categories recorded on your PAL Card
- Joining instructions sent before the course
- VAT invoice for your accounts
- Free renewal reminders on your training dashboard
Venue
Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 1TX
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