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PASMA training breaks records
In 2012 a record breaking 60,000 candidates attended and successfully completed a tower training course at an approved PASMA training centre, claimed the association
Snorkel to host IPAF North East regional meeting
The first IPAF regional meeting of this year will be held on 7 February 2013 in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.
European Rental Awards deadline today
Companies have until Friday 15 February to submit entries for the 2013 European Rental Awards.
ERA conducts membership survey to review priorities
The European Rental Association (ERA) is conducting a membership survey in order to establish the organisation’s priorities as it prepares for next year’s change in leadership.
Participate in the ERA/IRN RentalTracker survey for final quarter
The ERA/IRN RentalTracker survey for the final quarter of the year is now ready to complete online and we encourage all European rental businesses to participate.
IPAF convention targets safety
Employers, managers and supervisors are unaware of the scope of their responsibilities when using aerial work platforms (AWPs) on job sites, said speakers at the IPAF US Convention.
IDE changes at the top
Steve Jack succeeds John Woodward as president of the IDE
UK Contractors invited to anti-entrapment seminar
IPAF has invited leading UK contractors to a half day seminar on the subject of MEWP anti-entrapment systems and processes. Key note speakers will include Joy Jones, construction safety team manager, and Chris Wraith, IPAF technical officer
International Rental Exhibition (IRE) dates announced for 2014
IRE show returns to Amsterdam in 2014 bolstered by presence of APEX aerial platform show on same dates in adjoining hall.
15 February deadline for 2013 European Rental Awards
Rental companies and manufacturers invited to submit entries for the 2013 European Rental Awards.
APEX exhibition moves to Amsterdam for 2014
The APEX access equipment exhibition is moving to the Amsterdam RAI exhibition centre for 2014.
IPAF prepares for shake-up in Italian training
IPAF’s Italian office is preparing for a shake-up in its operator training scheme to adapt to new regulations that will come into force in Italy on 13 March next year.
Overturning risk prompts revisions to telehandler guide
The UK’s Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has revised its guide to telehandler operation to provide more guidance on the dangers of overturning.
2014 before growth returns to Europe's rental sector says ERA
It will be 2014 before the European equipment rental sector sees a significant return to growth with rental revenues expected to remain subdued next year, according to the European Rental Association (ERA).
Commission recognises need for market surveillance
CECE welcomes acknowledgement by European Commission of importance of effective market surveillance.
IPAF spreads the word
IPAF, the International Powered Access Federation, reports a succesful first show in the region at Intermat Middle East in Abu Dhabi
OSHA responds to crane operator recertification debate
The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) has posted a letter of interpretation on its website, clarifying whether or not a practical test is required for recertification of crane operators.
A-Plant and Enigma join forces for CETA event
UK rental company A-Plant is teaming up with Enigma Vehicle Systems at the CETA Technology Showcase, taking place October 3-4 at Newbury Racecourse.
Certex trainers receive LEEA accreditation
UK distributor of lifting products and services Certex receives further accreditation from the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA), with the certification of three of its training personnel
Industry education comes to ICUEE 2013
Industry education at the 2013 ICUEE-The Demo Expo is to get a boost following the announcement that two industry associations are to co-locate their annual educational events to coincide with the event.
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