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Official IPAF Harness Training
Essential safety training for using personal fall protection equipment (PFPE) in Mobile Elevating Work Platforms. Covers selection, inspection, and safe use.
- Awareness (HA)
- User (HU)
- Inspection (HI)
Harness Training Modules
IPAF offers specific modules tailored to different roles, from operators to safety inspectors.
Harness Awareness (HA)
Theory-based course (often eLearning) for managers and supervisors. Covers legislation, hierarchy of fall protection, and equipment selection. Prerequisite for HU and HI.
Harness User (HU)
Practical training for MEWP operators. Learn to visually inspect your own harness, fit it correctly, and attach to the correct anchorage point.
Harness Inspector (HI)
Advanced course for those responsible for the periodic detailed inspection of harness equipment. Qualifies you as a ‘Competent Person’ for inspection.
Combined Course
Most delegates choose to combine HA + HU (for operators) or HA + HU + HI (for inspectors) into a single training day for efficiency.
Which Course?
Identify the right level of harness training for your role.
HA
Awareness
For Managers & Planners. Understand the regulations and how to select the right equipment for the job.
Theory Only
HU
User
For Operators. Learn to check your kit daily and wear it safely. Essential for boom lift operators.
Practical Focus
HI
Inspector
For Safety Officers. Gain the skill to formally inspect and record the condition of harnesses.
Advanced Skill
Get Certified
Simple steps to harness safety compliance.
1
Select Module
Decide if you need Awareness, User, or Inspection level training.
2
Theory
Complete the theory module. This can often be done via eLearning to save time.
3
Practical
For User/Inspector courses, attend a practical session to demonstrate fitting and checking skills.
4
Certification
Pass the assessment to have the relevant category added to your IPAF PAL Card.
Course Selector
Tell us your role, and we’ll recommend the correct harness module.
Note: HA is the foundation for all other modules.
Why is Harness Training Critical?
Falls from height remain a leading cause of fatal accidents. Correct equipment saves lives.
Life Saving
Legal Duty
Competence
Correct Fit
Why Booms Need Harnesses
Understanding the ‘Catapult Effect’ is central to our harness training.
The Risk
If a boom lift drives over a bump, the basket can whip violently. Without a harness and short lanyard, the operator can be catapulted out.
Restraint
We train on ‘work restraint’ systems. The goal is to keep you inside the basket, not to catch you after you fall.
Inspection
A damaged harness is useless. Our ‘User’ module teaches you to spot cuts, abrasions, and chemical damage before every use.
Student Reviews
“I learned how to spot faults I would have definitely missed before. Essential course for anyone responsible for kit.”
“Essential for our boom operators. We combined it with the 3b course so the lads were fully qualified in one go.”
“The instructor explained the catapult effect clearly. I’ll never go up in a boom without clipping on again.”
Harness FAQ
Common questions about PFPE in MEWPs.
Do I need a harness for a scissor lift?
Generally, no. IPAF guidance states harnesses are not normally required in vertical lifts (3a) unless a specific site risk assessment deems it necessary.
How often must harnesses be inspected?
They must have a pre-use check daily by the user. Additionally, a formal detailed inspection by a ‘competent person’ must be recorded at least every 6 months.
Does the qualification expire?
Yes, like the PAL Card, the IPAF Harness qualification is valid for 5 years.
Can I use a fall arrest lanyard?
For most MEWP operations, a ‘work restraint’ lanyard (short, adjustable) is preferred to prevent you falling out, rather than ‘fall arrest’ which catches you after a fall.