This industry leading course will provide delegates with the knowledge and practical skills to safely operate powered access equipment.
This IPAF Operator course with practical training session and assessment covers Push Around Vertical (PAV) platforms. Push Around Verticals are essentially small, simple static vertical machines with no mechanical drive and are physically pushed around.
IPAF ePAL
HSS has been awarded an EcoVadis Gold rating, reaffirming our group commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices.
HSS Training are working hard to protect the environment whilst providing quality services to our customers. HSS are aware that the unnecessary printing of paper certificates may negatively impact your environmental aspirations and as well as our own.
For this reason all IPAF certifications are now digital as standard through IPAF Digital PAL Card Licence Application (ePAL); the cost of which is included within your course fee.
However, if it is imperative that you have a paper certificate this can be arranged at the additional cost of £40+VAT in order to cover the necessary costs for processing, printing and postage.
Theory
Practical
Note:
You must have a good understanding of spoken and written English. Please contact us if you have any concerns in this area on 0345 605 0006.
- Introduction and pre-course theory test
- MEWP regulations and guidance
- Machine types and use
- Structural parts
- Familiarisation and pre-use inspection
- Safe operating methods and hazards
- Written theory test
Practical
- Practical training
- Practical assessment
Note:
You must have a good understanding of spoken and written English. Please contact us if you have any concerns in this area on 0345 605 0006.
Those who operate, supervise or manage the use of powered access equipment including Push Around Vertical platforms (PAV).
The course can be run as an IPAF category operator add-on / familiarisation course.
As a company that is committed to providing high quality
services to all our clients, we will always aim to make reasonable adjustments
ensuring all individuals receive the required help they need.
Click here to learn more
Delegates successfully completing the course will receive an IPAF Certificate and Powered Access Licence (PAL) Card valid for 5 years.
IPAF ePAL
HSS has been awarded an EcoVadis Gold rating, reaffirming our group commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices.
HSS Training are working hard to protect the environment whilst providing quality services to our customers. HSS are aware that the unnecessary printing of paper certificates may negatively impact your environmental aspirations and as well as our own.
For this reason all IPAF certifications are now digital as standard through IPAF Digital PAL Card Licence Application (ePAL); the cost of which is included within your course fee.
However, if it is imperative that you have a paper certificate this can be arranged at the additional cost of £40+VAT in order to cover the necessary costs for processing, printing and postage.
IPAF Push Around Vertical (PAV) Operator Course FAQs
About IPAF
Q1. My site has told me I need IPAF Training. What does this mean?
IPAF stands for the International Powered Access Federation. It sets training standards, provides accredited courses and aims to help improve health, safety and skills across sectors such as construction or maintenance that use powered access equipment. If your site or employer requires IPAF training, it means you'll be operating platforms such as Push Around Verticals (PAVs) safely and need the correct IPAF qualification to use this equipment safely and legally.
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Q2. Is this course accredited?
Yes, the IPAF Push Around Vertical (PAV) course is fully accredited by IPAF and delivered by HSS Training, an approved IPAF training provider.
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About the Course
Q3. What does the IPAF Push Around Vertical (PAV) course cover?
The course covers safe operation and positioning of a Push Around Vertical (PAV) lift, including basic hazard awareness, safe operation and checks.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q4. What’s the difference between Push Around Vertical and other MEWPs such as 3a or 3b?
Each machine type is given an IPAF category based on whether it’s static or mobile and how it moves.
- The 3A category covers mobile vertical lifts (scissor lifts), which move straight up and down.
- The 3B category covers mobile boom lifts (cherry pickers), which can extend both up and out for greater reach.
- PAVs are manually moved platforms that lift vertically only. Unlike 3a or 3b machines, they have no powered drive which is why they are called Push Around Verticals. They're often used for low-level indoor work on firm, even surfaces.
To learn more about the machine categories, you can visit the IPAF machine categories page.
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Q5. How long does the course take to complete?
The PAV operator course is half a day.
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Who Should Attend
Q6. Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for delegates who operate Push Around Verticals (PAVs) safely, this includes maintenance staff, facilities teams, warehouse operatives, electricians, shop fitters and site workers carrying out indoor, low-level access tasks.
If you already hold a valid IPAF PAL Card for a Static Vertical (1a) or Mobile Vertical (3a), you only need a short familarisation session with the PAV, which can be recorded in your digital logbook via the ePAL app.
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Q7. Are there any entry requirements?
Delegates must be at least 16 years old, in good physical health and fitness with no serious issues related to vision, hearing, heart conditions or a severe fear of heights/vertigo. Delegates must also have a good understanding of spoken and written English. For additional support, please see question 13.
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How the Training Works
Q8. What should I bring on the day?
PPE: safety boots, hi-vis vest/jacket, hard-hat, protective gloves, safety footwear, long-sleeve top and trousers (shorts are not permitted). You'll also need valid photo ID (passport, driving license, CSCS card) and your own lunch as this is not provided. Complimentary tea and coffee are available and your trainer can suggest nearby dining options if needed. All course materials are provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own notebook and pen.
If you need help sourcing PPE, please call 0345 605 0006 or email training@hss.com.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q9. Do I need a harness for IPAF PAV training?
No, a harness is not usually required for Push Around Verticals, as the risk of ejection is minimal. However, your employer, site rules or a job-specific safety assessment may require one. For boom lifts full harness training is needed, if you already hold a boom lift qualification and require full harness compliance, you can complete our Harness Awareness and User half day course.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q10. Is there parking available at the training centre?
Most of our training venues offer free on-site parking, although spaces may be limited. You’ll receive full parking details, including What3Words navigation, in your joining instructions once your booking is confirmed. Alternatively, you can find parking availability and other venue details on our Training Centres information page
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Assessments & Certification
Q11. How is the course assessed?
You’ll complete a short theory test and a practical assessment on a Push Around Vertical (PAV) under trainer supervision.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q12. What certification will I receive?
Successful delegates will receive a digital IPAF PAL Card via the ePAL app, valid for 5 years, plus a digital certificate confirming operator status.
You can also upgrade to purchase a physical printed IPAF PAL Card and Certificate.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Delegate Support & Accessibility
Q13. What support is available if I have additional needs or require adjustments?
At HSS Training, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment. If you’re neurodivergent, have a disability, have a specific learning need, or English isn’t your first language, please refer to our reasonable adjustments guide.
For the IPAF operator courses only, theory test papers are available in 30+ languages, including Albanian, Bulgarian, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English (UK), English (US), Estonian, Finnish, French, Georgian, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, and Ukrainian.
You may be able to bring an impartial, approved translator, depending on the course and awarding body. Please let us know as early as possible on 0345 605 0006 so we can confirm what’s allowed, discuss any fees and ensure the right support is in place.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Still Have Questions?
If you need further support please contact us on 0345 605 0006, use our live chat or email training@hss.com.
_________________________________________________________________________________
This industry leading course will provide delegates with the knowledge and practical skills to safely operate powered access equipment.
This IPAF Operator course with practical training session and assessment covers Push Around Vertical (PAV) platforms. Push Around Verticals are essentially small, simple static vertical machines with no mechanical drive and are physically pushed around.
IPAF ePAL
HSS has been awarded an EcoVadis Gold rating, reaffirming our group commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices.
HSS Training are working hard to protect the environment whilst providing quality services to our customers. HSS are aware that the unnecessary printing of paper certificates may negatively impact your environmental aspirations and as well as our own.
For this reason all IPAF certifications are now digital as standard through IPAF Digital PAL Card Licence Application (ePAL); the cost of which is included within your course fee.
However, if it is imperative that you have a paper certificate this can be arranged at the additional cost of £40+VAT in order to cover the necessary costs for processing, printing and postage.
Theory
Practical
Note:
You must have a good understanding of spoken and written English. Please contact us if you have any concerns in this area on 0345 605 0006.
- Introduction and pre-course theory test
- MEWP regulations and guidance
- Machine types and use
- Structural parts
- Familiarisation and pre-use inspection
- Safe operating methods and hazards
- Written theory test
Practical
- Practical training
- Practical assessment
Note:
You must have a good understanding of spoken and written English. Please contact us if you have any concerns in this area on 0345 605 0006.
IPAF Push Around Vertical (PAV) Operator Course FAQs
About IPAF
Q1. My site has told me I need IPAF Training. What does this mean?
IPAF stands for the International Powered Access Federation. It sets training standards, provides accredited courses and aims to help improve health, safety and skills across sectors such as construction or maintenance that use powered access equipment. If your site or employer requires IPAF training, it means you'll be operating platforms such as Push Around Verticals (PAVs) safely and need the correct IPAF qualification to use this equipment safely and legally.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q2. Is this course accredited?
Yes, the IPAF Push Around Vertical (PAV) course is fully accredited by IPAF and delivered by HSS Training, an approved IPAF training provider.
_________________________________________________________________________________
About the Course
Q3. What does the IPAF Push Around Vertical (PAV) course cover?
The course covers safe operation and positioning of a Push Around Vertical (PAV) lift, including basic hazard awareness, safe operation and checks.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q4. What’s the difference between Push Around Vertical and other MEWPs such as 3a or 3b?
Each machine type is given an IPAF category based on whether it’s static or mobile and how it moves.
- The 3A category covers mobile vertical lifts (scissor lifts), which move straight up and down.
- The 3B category covers mobile boom lifts (cherry pickers), which can extend both up and out for greater reach.
- PAVs are manually moved platforms that lift vertically only. Unlike 3a or 3b machines, they have no powered drive which is why they are called Push Around Verticals. They're often used for low-level indoor work on firm, even surfaces.
To learn more about the machine categories, you can visit the IPAF machine categories page.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q5. How long does the course take to complete?
The PAV operator course is half a day.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Who Should Attend
Q6. Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for delegates who operate Push Around Verticals (PAVs) safely, this includes maintenance staff, facilities teams, warehouse operatives, electricians, shop fitters and site workers carrying out indoor, low-level access tasks.
If you already hold a valid IPAF PAL Card for a Static Vertical (1a) or Mobile Vertical (3a), you only need a short familarisation session with the PAV, which can be recorded in your digital logbook via the ePAL app.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q7. Are there any entry requirements?
Delegates must be at least 16 years old, in good physical health and fitness with no serious issues related to vision, hearing, heart conditions or a severe fear of heights/vertigo. Delegates must also have a good understanding of spoken and written English. For additional support, please see question 13.
_________________________________________________________________________________
How the Training Works
Q8. What should I bring on the day?
PPE: safety boots, hi-vis vest/jacket, hard-hat, protective gloves, safety footwear, long-sleeve top and trousers (shorts are not permitted). You'll also need valid photo ID (passport, driving license, CSCS card) and your own lunch as this is not provided. Complimentary tea and coffee are available and your trainer can suggest nearby dining options if needed. All course materials are provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own notebook and pen.
If you need help sourcing PPE, please call 0345 605 0006 or email training@hss.com.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q9. Do I need a harness for IPAF PAV training?
No, a harness is not usually required for Push Around Verticals, as the risk of ejection is minimal. However, your employer, site rules or a job-specific safety assessment may require one. For boom lifts full harness training is needed, if you already hold a boom lift qualification and require full harness compliance, you can complete our Harness Awareness and User half day course.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q10. Is there parking available at the training centre?
Most of our training venues offer free on-site parking, although spaces may be limited. You’ll receive full parking details, including What3Words navigation, in your joining instructions once your booking is confirmed. Alternatively, you can find parking availability and other venue details on our Training Centres information page
______________________________________________________________________________
Assessments & Certification
Q11. How is the course assessed?
You’ll complete a short theory test and a practical assessment on a Push Around Vertical (PAV) under trainer supervision.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Q12. What certification will I receive?
Successful delegates will receive a digital IPAF PAL Card via the ePAL app, valid for 5 years, plus a digital certificate confirming operator status.
You can also upgrade to purchase a physical printed IPAF PAL Card and Certificate.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Delegate Support & Accessibility
Q13. What support is available if I have additional needs or require adjustments?
At HSS Training, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment. If you’re neurodivergent, have a disability, have a specific learning need, or English isn’t your first language, please refer to our reasonable adjustments guide.
For the IPAF operator courses only, theory test papers are available in 30+ languages, including Albanian, Bulgarian, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English (UK), English (US), Estonian, Finnish, French, Georgian, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, and Ukrainian.
You may be able to bring an impartial, approved translator, depending on the course and awarding body. Please let us know as early as possible on 0345 605 0006 so we can confirm what’s allowed, discuss any fees and ensure the right support is in place.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Still Have Questions?
If you need further support please contact us on 0345 605 0006, use our live chat or email training@hss.com.
_________________________________________________________________________________
Those who operate, supervise or manage the use of powered access equipment including Push Around Vertical platforms (PAV).
The course can be run as an IPAF category operator add-on / familiarisation course.
As a company that is committed to providing high quality
services to all our clients, we will always aim to make reasonable adjustments
ensuring all individuals receive the required help they need.
Click here to learn more
Delegates successfully completing the course will receive an IPAF Certificate and Powered Access Licence (PAL) Card valid for 5 years.
IPAF ePAL
HSS has been awarded an EcoVadis Gold rating, reaffirming our group commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices.
HSS Training are working hard to protect the environment whilst providing quality services to our customers. HSS are aware that the unnecessary printing of paper certificates may negatively impact your environmental aspirations and as well as our own.
For this reason all IPAF certifications are now digital as standard through IPAF Digital PAL Card Licence Application (ePAL); the cost of which is included within your course fee.
However, if it is imperative that you have a paper certificate this can be arranged at the additional cost of £40+VAT in order to cover the necessary costs for processing, printing and postage.
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