IPAF trained more than 100000 people in 2011
05 January 2012
A record 101457 people completed an IPAF (International Powered Access Federation) training course in 2011. The figure includes 97488 PAL cards, a 13.9% increase on 2010.
The total figure includes both PAL card training and management courses where a certificate is issued.
A valid PAL Card is proof that the cardholder has been trained to operate powered access equipment safely and effectively. PAL Cards are valid for five years and can be verified online at www.ipaf.org.
Slightly more than half of all IPAF-approved training centres are now outside the UK and the Federation says that there are currently close to 400000 valid PAL Cards in circulation.
At the end of 2011, IPAF had nearly 900 members worldwide. More than half the membership is now based outside the UK, and membership continues to grow in places such as the US, Brazil and South East Asia.
"The economic outlook is still signalling caution but I am delighted to report that IPAF members have set another record for safety," said IPAF CEO Tim Whiteman.
"We congratulate all members, contractors and training centres for their support and recognise all who contribute to the success of this industry-led voluntary training programme."
