OMS

IPAF Dual 3a & 3b Operator in Warrington, Cheshire (Classroom)

Regular price £260.00 GBP
Provider located in Coalville, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Three dedicated UK training centres
Full accreditation range under one provider
Weekly dates, booked twelve months ahead
Training since 1998
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Please note: online virtual (Instructor-led) and traditional classroom course dates are subject to availability. In the event your chosen dates are not available, you will be offered alternative course dates or a full refund. E-learning and NVQs are not subject to availability and may be booked and enrolled upon at any time.

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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 Warrington, Cheshire.

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 Warrington, Cheshire, WA3 6BA. Full joining instructions, including the exact address and arrival time, are sent by Envico once your booking is confirmed.

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After completing the course, learners can order their certificate directly from the provider.

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Please note that course bookings can not be processed outside of normal working hours, over weekends or on bank holidays and will be processed the next business working day.

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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Next date2 Dec 2026
LocationWarrington
Price£260 + VAT
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What'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
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Venue

Warrington, Cheshire, WA3 6BA

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