Articles by Ben

Even with well-maintained machines and experienced MEWP operators, there’s always a chance of someone being stuck at height on a MEWP. What do you do if this happens and are you properly prepared? Not to worry, this guide walks you through the key points of MEWP Rescue Plans.

In this article, our IPAF and PASMA Training Manager, explores who IPAF training is for and what’s involved, as well as how to gain the qualification and the benefits of doing so.

In this article, we’ve compared PASMA and IPAF operator training, looking at the differences and what’s involved in each and where you can complete the courses you need to safely and securely operate from height on access platforms.

When it comes to work-at-height projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness is critical. Read our guide to ensure you cover all key areas of planning work at height

When hiring access platforms, one of the first questions you’ll need to answer is: What working height do I need? In this guide, we explain how to calculate working height and how to avoid common issues.

In this article, to help you pick the best platform, we’ve explored the key differences between boom lifts and scissor lifts, including taking a deep dive into each type of MEWP and the circumstances in which you might choose one over the other.

Cherry pickers, also known as boom lifts, are extremely versatile and essential when accessing high and hard-to-reach areas. This blog will explore what booms are, the various uses of cherry pickers and why you may need one for your next project.

If you have work at height coming up, a cherry picker could be just what you need. If you’re wondering if you need a cherry picker for your project, this expert guide to the benefits of cherry pickers and their uses in different industries will help you to decide.

As we work in the access platform hire industry, at Horizon Platforms, health and safety is our number one priority. So, we look at the impact that changes to health and safety regulation has had on the number of reported injuries and accidents across sectors.