Our Training Locations
Our six training depots are located in: Portsmouth; Otterbourne; Aldermaston; Theale; Worthing and Havant. Our training centres are conveniently situated within the local areas of the following counties to provide the maximum coverage within: Hampshire; Isle of Wight; West Sussex; East Sussex; Surrey; Buckinghamshire; Oxfordshire; Berkshire; Wiltshire and the eastern side of Dorset.
PASMA training is a very specific and precise field of training and can lead to a lot of questions for those of you looking to complete it, such as “how much is PASMA training”. This article will go into more details on everything PASMA and our training prices.
What is PASMA training?
PASMA training courses revolve around the use of Mobile Access Towers which are commonly used on construction sites. Taking on of our PASMA courses will teach all candidates how to safely and securely operate a Mobile Access Tower, it will also give you all the skills and knowledge that you need to pass your test which can help avoid potential injuries further down the line.
What does training cover?
The contents of your PASMA course will depend on which one of our PASMA training courses you decide to take. We have a variety of courses that will teach you skills such as how to assemble, dismantle and relocate towers, as well as how to work compliantly under the Work at Height Regulations.
How long does training take to complete?
The length of your PASMA course will depend upon which of our courses you decide to complete. The courses we provide and their durations are listed below:
How long is my PASMA certification valid for?
All of the PASMA courses we provide are valid for 5 years.
If you choose to take one of our PASMA training courses, you will be taught all of the skills and knowledge that you need to pass your test and you will learn how to safely assemble, dismantle, transport and operate on a Mobile ACCESS Tower.
PASMA Training Courses at 2 Start
At 2 Start Training, we have a wide range of PASMA training courses here in the UK. All of our courses are carried out by PASMA-certified instructors, and all of our students will receive a PASMA photocard and certificate upon successful completion of their course. The PASMA training courses we provide include:
- PASMA Low-Level Access (equipment under 2.5m of height)
- PASMA Towers for Users
- PASMA Combined Towers and Low Level Access (Using equipment from low level to standard access towers)
- PASMA Work at Height Essentials
- (Learn information about the use of mobile access towers and the use of all forms of access equipment)
- PASMA & IPAF Combined Course
- IPAF 3a, 3b & PASMA Towers & Low Level Access Course
- Our PASMA courses are designed to give students the knowledge and skill to safely assemble, dismantle, relocate and alter Mobile Access Towers.
Our PASMA courses are designed to give students the knowledge and skill to safely assemble, dismantle, relocate and alter Mobile Access Towers.
What does PASMA mean?
PASMA Stands for Prefabricated Access Suppliers and Manufacturers Association and is a widely-recognised certification for those who work at height using Mobile Access Towers.
PASMA training will teach you skills such as how to assemble, dismantle and relocate Mobile Access Towers. This training will show employers that you have received a high level of training and have the certification to prove you are compliant.
All of our PASMA courses are taught by a PASMA-approved instructor who will help ensure you have the skills and knowledge needed to safely operate a Mobile Access Tower. The length of your courses will depend on which one of our PASMA courses you decide to complete, with some courses taking longer than others.
We offer PASMA training in Portsmouth, Southampton, Reading and Worthing.
You may also be interested in our IPAF courses. Our IPAF courses provide you with the practical and theory skills to operate mobile elevated working platforms (MEWPS).
PASMA training revolves around the use of Mobile Access Towers which are commonly used on construction sites. Our courses will teach students how to work on Mobiles Access Towers at heights and teach you the skills and knowledge that you need to pass your test, as well as safely and securely operate towers. PASMA stands for Prefabricated Access Suppliers and Manufacturers’ Association and is a widely-recognised certification in the construction industry.
Additional PASMA Information
Course Structure
All of our PASMA courses combine a mixture of both practical and theory elements. In order to successfully pass our PASMA courses, you will need to pass both the theory and practical sections.
People will often ask us what does PASMA training cover? Our PASMA courses start in the classroom, where your qualified instructor will take you through the relevant theory training. You will then be required to sit a short assessment; an 80% pass rate must be achieved before moving on to the practical part of the course. The practical will either be held inside our warehouse or outside, weather dependent.
A debrief in the classroom will signal the end of the course.
PASMA Training Facilities
Those of our students who complete PASMA training at any of our training depots will have access to some of the best training facilities available, including fully-equipped classroom facilities that are well-lit and air-conditioned for theory training.
Practical training will be completed using our spacious and clean warehouse facilities, with more than enough room for you to complete your training.
We ensure that our depots are immaculate and that all of our students have a clean and tidy environment to complete their training, ensuring your course is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible!
Additionally, if the weather permits, your PASMA training can be completed outside!
PASMA Training Cost
The cost of PASMA training ranges from £170 to £470 for standard PASMA training courses with 2 Start Ltd, and our off-site courses vary in price depending on your specific requirements.
Read our article for more information on PASMA training costs.
PASMA Photocard & Certificate
If you need to work at height using Mobile Access Towers, it is important to complete training so that equipment can be used effectively and safely whilst complying with legal requirements. In addition, the trainee will gain new skills, with PASMA training ensuring that within a company, the right safety measures and accident prevention have been put into place.
What PASMA Qualificatoin Will I Get?
Once you have successfully completed one of our courses, you will be issued with a Certificate and Photocard (if purchased) for the course you have passed. Your PASMA card is proof that you have received accredited training and that you are competent at working with Mobile Access Towers.
The industry often refers to a PASMA certificate as a PASMA ticket, when in fact they are the same thing
If you need to work at height, training is important so that equipment can be used effectively and safely whilst complying with legal requirements. In addition, the trainee will gain new skills. PASMA training ensures that within a company the right safety measures and accident prevention have been put into place.
All of our PASMA courses are designed by industry professionals, to create high-quality and efficient training. It is useful to obtain your PASMA qualifications because it shows employers that you are compliant and that you have received the correct training for working on Mobile Access Towers at heights.
How long is my PASMA certificate valid for?
These PASMA qualifications lasts for up to 5 years.
Once your PASMA qualification has expired, you will be required to complete a refresher course, which will help allow you to obtain a new photocard and certificate.
No matter what your needs or current experience levels are, we have the PASMA training course for you!
PASMA Licence
The PASMA qualification (also known as a PASMA licence) is in the form of a certificate and photo card which is provided by the Prefabricated Access Suppliers and Manufacturers Association (PASMA) upon successful completion of any one of our approved PASMA courses.
A PASMA certificate is not a legal requirement, but it is highly recommended you obtain this certification as this will be required on all reputable work sites if you plan to use PASMA equipment while on-site.
The PASMA certification is highly recommended and recognised in many industries across the UK and is valid for a period of 5 years.
Upon successful completion of a PASMA course with 2 Start you will be provided with your certification and photocard (if purchased) which are widely recognised qualifications.
The PASMA certification provides any contractor or employer that the bearer has demonstrated the required level of competence with regard to the knowledge and practical skills to safely erect, dismantle, and work with mobile towers.
Which courses can you complete?
Here at 2 Start Ltd, we offer a wide range of PASMA training courses which allow us to cater for many different needs and requirements. The PASMA courses we supply include:
- PASMA Low Level Access (equipment under 2.5m of height)
- PASMA Towers for Users
- PASMA Combined Tower & Low Level Access (Using equipment from low level to standard access towers)
- PASMA Work at Height Essentials (Learn information about the use of mobile access towers and the use of all forms of access equipment)
PASMA Certification
Those students who successfully pass their PASMA training will receive a Photocard & Certificate, which will be valid for up to 5-years. Once your certification has expired, you will be required to complete a refresher course.
No matter what your needs or current experience levels are, we have the PASMA training course for you!
PASMA Training Course Duration
The duration of your PASMA training will vary depending on which one of our training courses you choose to complete. The majority of our PASMA training courses will take 1-day to complete with both of our combined PASMA and IPAF courses taking 2-days to complete.
Our courses will ensure that you have all the correct skills and abilities that you need to safely work on Mobile Access Towers. Our courses will teach you a variety of skills, each different course teaching you different skills. You will learn how to safely assemble, dismantle and relocate towers.
PASMA Course Availability
We have a wide range of training dates available at our training depots for all of our PASMA courses, and we are continuously adding new dates, and availability giving you a wider selection of training dates to choose from.
Off-site PASMA training
We can offer PASMA training on your site.
We can bring our mobile scaffold towers to you, or we can use your equipment. We cover a large area of the South of England, with bases in Reading, Worthing, Southampton, and Portsmouth.
Why Train with 2 Start?
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