Personnel who will be responsible for the safe assembly, dismantling, altering, moving and inspecting of mobile access towers.
Course Summary
The PASMA towers for users training course is to provide anyone who is responsible for dismantling, altering, inspecting or moving mobile access towers with an understanding of how to carry out these procedures safely, without the risk of personal injury to the delegate or his workmates. PASMA (Prefabricated Access Suppliers and Manufacturers Association) is the leading industry body for all matters relating to mobile access towers in the UK.
The PASMA towers for users training course consists of both theory and practical instruction including:
- Current legislation
- Guidance and regulations affecting work at height with mobile access towers
- Code of practice for PASMA
- EN1004-1 product standards
- Introduction to Mobile Access Towers
- Tower assembly
- Stability
- Safe use of towers
- Repositioning towers
- Tower inspection
- Care and maintenance
- Tower dismantle
- Regulations and standards
At the end of the PASMA for towers theory session you will take a short theory test which, if you pass, will allow you to take the practical session in the afternoon. A practical assessment will follow, which, after successful completion will entitle you to a PASMA certificate and photo card valid for five years. PASMA (Prefabricated Access Supplies and Manufacturers Association) is the recognised focus and authority for mobile access towers.
Who is it for?
You will need
- Hard Hat
- Hard toed Boots
- High Visability Vest
- Safety gloves
Your skill level
No formal qualification or experience is necessary, but it would be beneficial if delegates had a basic understanding of working at height regulations and health and safety act 1974.
FAQs
Do I pay for my training in advance?
Yes you do, you can pay online when you book your course, or call 0845 872 3411 and pay with a credit card over the phone. Customers with credit terms, please call Training Plus to book your course on 0845 872 3411.
Who is the Accrediting Body?
PASMA (Prefabricated Access Supplies and Manufacturers Association) is the leading industry body for all matters relating to mobile access towers in the UK. All members offer equipment that meets the current British European Standard BS EN1004:2004 and their equipment carries the British Standard Kite mark or equivalent mark of approval.
What should I do if my PASMA membership card is lost or stolen?
If you have been trained via Training Plus and have lost your PASMA card or had one stolen you must contact us and we can arrange a replacement sent. There will be a small fee applied by PASMA to incorporate the administration charge. You will be required to provide proof of identity.
What happens when my PASMA card expires?
After five years you will need to re-sit a written and practical test. Upon completion you will be re-issued with a competency certificate and encapsulated credit card sized photo which grants you membership for another five years.
Am I going to feel safe during my course participation?
Beside the fact that our staff and the environment of the school will make you feel happy and safe, CCTV is operating in most of the school’s areas.
I’m getting on a bit, is it like going back to school and will I feel out of place?
Not at all. A large percentage of our learners are mature students simply keeping up to date with current standards. Everybody is made to feel welcome in the centre.
