Course Objective:
To instruct the candidate in the safe preparation and practical operation of static vertical personnel platforms.

Course Content:
- Health and safety regulations and legislation
- Accident control and prevention
- Personal protective equipment
- Working at height regulations
- Operation and safe manoeuvre of machines
- Pre-use inspection
- Auxiliary and manual descent procedure

Key Learning Objectives:
Be aware and confident of
- The relevant health and safety regulations
- The needs regarding personnel protection
- Accident prevention and control
- The need to refer to the machine operating manual

Course Method:
Instruction in both theory and practical sessions. A demonstration and practical test will be required.

Personal Protective Equipment:
- Hard hat
- Steel capped work boots
- Harness

Certification:
IPAF PAL Card category 1A

Course Duration:
One day

Instructor to Delegate Ratio:
One instructor to six delegates