Category change

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15 April 2008

The IPAF Training Committee has revised the equipment categories in response to the growing number of machines on the market with outriggers both straight and articulated. This review of all categories takes into account forthcoming changes to EN280. The change in category definition does not affect the training received and the PAL Cards (Powered Access Licences) remain valid as specified. Full details at www.ipaf.org

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