PASMA training is designed for people who use mobile access towers as part of their work. PASMA stands for the Prefabricated Access Suppliers’ and Manufacturers’ Association, and it sets the recognised industry standard for training related to mobile tower scaffolds.
Mobile access towers are widely used across construction maintenance facilities management warehousing retail and industrial environments. PASMA training helps ensure these towers are assembled used altered and dismantled correctly and safely by those working at height.
For organisations looking to certify workers PASMA training is delivered by One Stop Safety Training across the North West.
onestopsafetytraining.com/courses/PASMA
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What Is PASMA Training?
PASMA training provides instruction on the safe use of prefabricated mobile access towers. It focuses on tower components correct assembly methods stability inspection and safe use at height.
The most common course is the PASMA Towers for Users training course, which teaches learners how to build use move and dismantle mobile towers correctly.
https://www.onestopsafetytraining.com/pasma-towers-for-users
Training content is aligned with PASMA guidance and supports HSE expectations for working at height.
https://pasma.co.uk
https://www.hse.gov.uk/work-at-height/index.htm
What Types of Towers Do Our PASMA Courses Cover?
PASMA training applies specifically to prefabricated mobile access towers rather than fixed scaffolding systems. These towers are typically lightweight aluminium structures that can be repositioned once assembled.
Depending on the work environment PASMA courses may cover:
- Standard mobile access towers
- Low level access units
- Towers used on stairs
The appropriate training depends on how and where the tower will be used.Who Needs PASMA Training?
PASMA training is suitable for anyone who assembles uses moves or dismantles a mobile access tower. This includes both hands on users and those responsible for supervising tower work.
Common roles that require PASMA training include:
- Construction operatives
- Maintenance and facilities teams
- Electricians and installers
- Warehouse and logistics staff
- Site supervisors and managers
Where mobile towers are used PASMA certification is widely accepted as evidence of competence.
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PASMA Training on Construction Sites
On construction sites mobile towers are commonly used for inspections fit outs finishing works and short duration tasks at height.
Principal contractors and site managers often request PASMA certification during inductions or audits as proof that tower users have been trained to an industry recognised standard. This supports compliance with HSE working at height guidance.
https://www.hse.gov.uk/construction/safetytopics/scaffoldinginfo.htm
PASMA Training and Employer Responsibilities
Employers must ensure that anyone using access equipment is competent. HSE guidance states that competency includes suitable training instruction and practical knowledge.
PASMA training provides formal documented evidence that an individual has been trained to assemble and use mobile towers safely. Employers should ensure that the training completed matches the type of tower being used.
https://www.hse.gov.uk/work-at-height/faqs.htm
Further guidance on tower safety and training standards is available from PASMA FAQs page:
pasma.co.uk/faqs
How Long PASMA Training Lasts
PASMA certification is valid for five years. After this period refresher training is required to maintain certification and demonstrate continued competence.
Renewal training helps users stay up to date with current guidance equipment updates and safe working practices.
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PASMA Training Across England
One Stop Safety Training delivers PASMA courses across England supporting businesses throughout the Northwest, Northeast, The Midlands, South and Southwest
Our PASMA courses are located in:
Manchester
Unit 1 Oakwood Industrial Estate Mode Wheel Road Salford M5 5DQ
Blackburn
Unit 4 Lodge Court Off Alan Ramsbottom Way Blackburn BB6 7FB
Wirral
Unit 6 Brunel Road Croft Business Park Bromborough CH62 3NY
Nottingham
Unit 4, Aerial Way, Hucknall, Nottingham, NG15 6DW
Bristol
Unit 203C, Burcott Road, Avonmouth, BS11 8AD
Gateshead
2 The Dukeries, Dukesway West, Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead, NE11 0PN
London
Manford Industrial Estate, Manor Road, Erith, DA8 2AJ
Choosing the Right PASMA Course
The correct PASMA course depends on the type of mobile tower being used and the work environment. The PASMA Towers for Users course is suitable for most workplaces while specialist training may be required for low level access or towers on stairs.
If you are unsure which PASMA course is appropriate contact us
To book PASMA training or discuss course options visit:
onestopsafetytraining.com/courses/PASMA
