Equipment and machinery are responsible for a significant proportion of workplace accidents when not properly managed or maintained. Our accredited equipment safety training courses help organisations ensure safe use, inspection, and control of work equipment in line with UK legislation including PUWER and LOLER regulations.
This training hub covers essential qualifications including PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations), LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations), IPAF MEWP operator training, PASMA mobile access tower training, and general machinery safety awareness. Each course is designed to reduce risk, improve compliance, and promote safe working practices across all industries.
What is Equipment Safety Training?
Equipment safety training focuses on the safe selection, use, inspection, and maintenance of workplace machinery and tools. It ensures employees understand how to operate equipment correctly and comply with legal safety requirements designed to prevent injury and equipment failure.
PUWER Training (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations)
PUWER training ensures that all work equipment is suitable for use, properly maintained, and operated safely. This course covers employer responsibilities, inspection requirements, risk control measures, and safe operation procedures for machinery and tools used in the workplace.
LOLER Training (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations)
LOLER training focuses on the safe use of lifting equipment such as cranes, hoists, and lifting accessories. Learners gain knowledge of inspection intervals, lifting plans, legal responsibilities, and safe lifting procedures to reduce risk of serious injury or equipment failure.
IPAF Training (MEWP Safety Training)
IPAF training covers the safe operation of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) including scissor lifts and boom lifts. This course teaches hazard awareness, equipment checks, emergency procedures, and safe working practices when operating at height.
PASMA Training (Mobile Access Towers)
PASMA training is essential for anyone involved in assembling, using, inspecting, or dismantling mobile access towers. This course ensures workers understand structural safety, load limits, inspection requirements, and working at height regulations.
Machinery Safety Training
Machinery safety training provides a broader understanding of how to safely operate and maintain workplace equipment. It includes hazard identification, guarding systems, maintenance procedures, and safe operating practices across industrial and construction environments.
Who Should Take This Training?
- Construction and site workers
- Plant operators and machine users
- Maintenance and engineering staff
- Site supervisors and managers
- Health and safety professionals
Why Equipment Safety Training is Important
Failure to properly manage equipment safety can result in serious injury, equipment damage, legal penalties, and costly downtime. Accredited training ensures your workforce is competent, compliant, and capable of operating equipment safely in accordance with UK regulations.
By completing these courses, organisations demonstrate due diligence, improve workplace safety performance, and reduce operational risk across all equipment-related activities.
Book Equipment Safety Training
We offer flexible delivery options including classroom-based, on-site, and online training to suit your organisation’s needs. Contact us to find the right PUWER, LOLER, IPAF, or PASMA course for your team.