Working at Height – Safe Use of Ladders

steps and ladders training course

Working at height remains one of the leading causes of serious workplace injuries in the UK, with falls from ladders a significant contributor. Ladders are not banned, but they must be used correctly and only where it is safe to do so. ✅ When Is a Ladder Suitable? Ladders and stepladders may be used when: […]

Have you seen our newsletter this week?

Click on the link to see what we’re up to https://conta.cc/4tq9nd9 Wherever you are national or international – if you need qualifications that are recognised across the world for IPAF, PASMA or Qualsafe training then get in touch or follow us on our socials to keep upto date with our news and offers. Cardiff, Swansea, […]

Looking for Health and Safety training in Birmingham?

Harris Safety Training Services provides accredited workplace safety training for businesses and individuals across Birmingham and the West Midlands. We deliver professional, flexible courses including IPAF training, PASMA training, Qualsafe First Aid, Harness training, and Vehicle Banksman training in Birmingham. ⸻ ✅ Our Training Courses in Birmingham IPAF Training Birmingham We offer certified IPAF training […]

Is Working at Height Training a Legal Requirement?

If your employees work above ground level—whether on scaffolding, ladders, mobile towers, MEWPs, rooftops, or platforms—then working safely at height is not optional. It is a legal responsibility. At Harris Safety Training Services, we provide accredited Working at Height Training, IPAF Training, and PASMA Training for businesses across Lincoln, Newark, Worcester, Llantrisant, Birmingham, Cardiff, South […]

🚧 Exciting News from Harris Safety Training Services! 🚧

We’re proud to announce our new partnership with XCMG, a leading manufacturer of construction heavy machinery, Elevated Platforms and Tele-handlers. As part of this collaboration, we have officially opened a new IPAF Training Centre in Hungerford, ideally located to support businesses across Swindon and Reading. This centre provides professional IPAF training on XCMG’s fantastic range […]

PASMA vs IPAF: What’s the Difference?

If you work at height then choosing the right training is critical—not just for compliance but for safety and efficiency on site. Two of the most recognised qualifications in the UK are PASMA and IPAF training. But what’s the difference and which one do you actually need? In this guide, we’ll break it down clearly—and […]

Is IPAF Training a Legal Requirement in the UK?

We have centres around the UK and this is our Newark centre special edition news article. If your business operates powered access equipment across Lincoln, Lincolnshire, Grantham, Skegness, Boston or Nottingham, you’ve likely asked: Is IPAF training actually a legal requirement? At Harris Safety, we work with businesses across the East Midlands and Lincolnshire to […]

#NoFallsWeek

Have you seen our newsletter this week? Join us in supporting No Falls Week 2026 and train for a safer working environment. https://myemail.constantcontact.com/We-re-Supporting–NoFallsWeek.html?soid=1133317623265&aid=bxevkEVsFxY

Are you legally trained for using PASMA Scaffold Towers?

pasma training

Do you need PASMA training legally in the UK? If you’re working with mobile access towers, the short answer is yes — you need the right training to stay compliant and safe. UK regulations require that anyone who assembles, dismantles, moves, or uses mobile access towers must be properly trained and competent. PASMA training is […]

Top tips for successfully taking your PASMA or IPAF course

At Harris Safety Training, we understand that completing your course successfully the first time is important — not just for confidence, but for your career and safety on site. Whether you’re attending IPAF Training Newark, PASMA Training Newark, or any safety training course UK, here are our top tips to help you pass first time. […]