PB Training Services Ltd

05/12/2025

🎅 Even Santa Needs IPAF Training! 🎄
(And he’s been spotted getting a little extra help onto the roof this year… 😉)

At this busy time of year, working safely at height is more important than ever — whether you’re delivering presents 🎁 or installing signage, maintaining roofs, or operating access equipment in winter conditions.

That’s why we’re always proud to offer IPAF training across all our centres, giving operators the skills and confidence they need to work safely and efficiently on MEWPs, including boom lifts, scissor lifts, and more.

✨ And we’re excited to announce our newest training centre in Wakefield!

This addition allows us to support even more delegates with industry-leading training, experienced instructors, and flexible course availability.

Whether you’re refreshing a licence, upskilling your team, or stepping into a MEWP for the first time, we’ve got a course (and a centre!) ready for you.

If it’s good enough for Santa, it’s good enough for all of us! 🎅🔧🎓

Stay safe, stay trained, and stay festive this Christmas season.

🎁 Book your IPAF course today:
📍 Now available at all centres — including our NEW Wakefield centre.

25/11/2025

If you book any course scheduled for January 2026 at our Wakefield Training Centre, you’ll automatically be entered into our New Year Prize Draw!

✨ 1st Prize: A £100 M&S Voucher – the perfect treat to kick off your year!

Whether you’re looking to upskill, retrain, or take the next step in your career, there’s never been a better time to secure your place.

📅 Book your January course now
📍 Wakefield Centre
🎁 Get your chance to win!

Good luck to everyone who enters — we can’t wait to welcome you in the new year!

www.pbtrainingservices.co.uk

20/07/2025

Here’s what we’ve got going on this week:

1x 5 Day IPAF MEWP Instructor Course
2x B2 Counterbalance Refresher Courses
2x Above 9m RT Telehandler Conversion Courses
2x Confined Space Medium Risk Courses
4x IPAF Operator 3a + 3b Courses
1x PASMA Combined Towers + Low Level Courses
1x Harness Awareness Course
1x Ladders and Steps Course
1x Abrasive Wheels Course

For any of your training needs get in touch:

📍Birmingham - 0121 333 5436
📍Brierley Hill - 01384 826 438
📍Wakefield - 01226 691 744

Drop us an email: office@pbtrainingservices.co.uk

20/12/2024

🎄 Closing Dates Over Christmas 🎄

As we end our last full working week before the end of the year, we wanted to send a heartfelt thank you to all our customers for your loyalty and support this past year and we look forward to working with you on your training requirements in the new year!

Like many businesses, our office will be closed over the Christmas and New Year period. This year our offices will be closing at 12:00 Noon on December 24th and reopening January 2nd.

During this time our phones lines won't be answered, however you can still book on courses for the new year online at www.pbtrainingservices.co.uk.

Wishing you a safe and wonderful Christmas season and a happy new year!

28/11/2024

Another great IPAF training session delivered on behalf of our friends at Freemans of Telford Ltd

We covered 3A + 3B for 5 operators and we were also delighted to have the one and only John Freeman himself attend complete his operator license for 3a, 3b and 1b catagories!

Congratulations to our delegates today!

28/10/2024

Have you ever thought about becoming an IPAF Instructor? 🤔

Date: 27th - 31st January 2025

Call on 0121 333 5436 or email office@pbtrainingservices.co.uk to find out more.

We are now offering exclusive 5-day IPAF Instructor Training courses at our state-of-the-art training facility in Birmingham. 🏭

This is a unique opportunity to start a new career or add to your existing training portfolio. 💼 As a certified IPAF instructor, you'll be qualified to deliver training on a wide range of powered access equipment.

Let me explain what's involved in becoming an IPAF instructor. First, you'll need existing experience operating various types of powered access equipment. During the intensive 5-day course, you'll learn how to plan, prepare and deliver the IPAF training courses. You'll cover everything from theory presentations to practical demonstrations.

If you're interested in teaching others how to safely and efficiently operate powered access equipment, IPAF Instructor Training is for you. Spaces are limited, so sign up today! The investment is £2000 + VAT for the 5-day course.

Let me know if you have any other questions! I'm happy to explain more about how this course can set you on the path to an exciting new career.

You'll need to meet the following prerequisites:

👷‍♀️ 36 months’ MEWP operating experience.
👷‍♂️ PAF Operator PAL Card held for six months minimum
👷‍♀️ IPAF Demonstrator PAL Card held for three months minimum
👷‍♂️ IPAF MEWPs for Managers course successfully completed
👷‍♀️ Evidence of Acceptable Instructional Techniques training (3 Days Min)
👷‍♂️ Successful completion of an approved Harness Instructor course.
👷‍♀️ Evidence First Aid at Work Training.

After the course you'll need to complete a minimum of 3 mentoring sessions, this can be done with any senior instructor.

15/10/2024

Two of our IPAF trainers had a great day today delivering some IPAF 3a, 3b and 1b training to 7 delegates for our friends at Freemans of Telford Ltd

Our partnership with freemans allows us to offer IPAF and other training to our customers based in the area, making freemans the one stop shop for training and hire in the area!

The 7 delegates all successfully passed their respective catagories!

27/08/2024

Why Proper Training on Work Equipment is Essential for Managers and Supervisors

Do your managers and supervisors know how to safely manage/ supervise operatives using work equipment in your workplace? If not, your business could be at risk.

Under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) Regulation 9 Paragraph 2, employers must ensure that all persons who supervises or manages anybody using work equipment have received adequate training for purposes of health and safety.

Failing to properly train managers and supervisors in regards to work equipment can have serious consequences. Without proper training, managers may lack the knowledge needed to:

🔵Identify hazards and unsafe conditions related to equipment

⚪️Understand the risks associated with the equipment

🔵Know the control measures needed to mitigate risks

⚪️Recognise when equipment needs maintenance or repairs

🔵Ensure equipment is used safely and properly

Managers are responsible for overseeing operations and workers using equipment. If managers don't fully understand the equipment and its safe usage themselves, they cannot adequately supervise workers or ensure a safe working environment.

Inadequate training can lead to incidents and injuries. It may also result in legal enforcement actions and penalties if an inspection finds breaches of the regulations.

The solution is straightforward - provide comprehensive training to managers and supervisors on work equipment used in your operations. This training should cover:

📕Operating procedures
⛑️Safety precautions
🔧Inspection and maintenance needs
🧑‍⚖️Applicable regulations and standards
🚒Emergency response protocols

Adequate training will equip managers with the knowledge to safely oversee equipment usage and maintain regulatory compliance. It demonstrates your commitment to health and safety, protecting your workers and business.

Don't overlook manager training - make it a priority today!

We can offer the following accredited manager training dedicated for work equipment:

🔵NPORS MEWPS for Supervisors
⚪️IPAF MEWPS for Managers
🔵PASMA Towers For Managers

We also offer the following in-house manager training:

⚪️Plant for Managers
🔵MEWPS for Managers
⚪️Forklift Trucks for Managers

NPORS, International Powered Access Federation (IPAF), PASMA

26/08/2024

Pop down and see the team if you’re passing by! Or give the guys a call on 01384 465238

22/08/2024

🔥Oxy Fuel Cutting Training September Dates 📆
Friday 6th September -Only 5 Spaces Left
Friday 20th September - Only 2 Spaces Left

Both are at our Birmingham Branch £160 + VAT per person!

Our oxy fuel cutting training courses uses modern techniques to maximize operator safety and efficiency. With classroom learning, hands-on practice, and certification testing, trainees gain complete proficiency in equipment use, setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Cutting techniques are honed to perfection, eliminating errors and inconsistencies. Comprehensive understanding of gases, pressures, and torch operation leads to flawless cuts every time.

The evolution of oxy fuel cutting training has transformed this hazardous trade into a precise science.

The results are evident in the clean precise cuts, improved safety records, and less wasted materials seen on jobsites today. Proper training works magic, converting unskilled laborers into expert oxy fuel cutters.

The key is starting new operators off on the right foot with training designed to set them up for success. With our training course available, there is no need for anyone to learn this trade through risky trial and error. Investing in training pays dividends for years to come.

15/08/2024

🚧👷🏻This Saturday 👷🏻🚧
Stay qualified without interruption of your weekday work schedule , book on one of our upcoming Saturday IPAF Operator courses.

https://www.pbtrainingservices.co.uk/ipaf-training-course/

£250 + VAT for 3a & 3b catagories

12/08/2024