FAQs
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What does CAP mean?
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CAP means Competent Assessed Person. The IPAF CAP programme assesses experienced engineers who plan, manage or conduct thorough examinations of powered-access equipment.
Do you provide fleet maintenance?
Is a service the same as a LOLER examination?
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No. Servicing maintains and repairs the machine. A LOLER thorough examination is a separate, detailed assessment of its safety-critical components and concludes with a written report.
How frequently does a cherry picker need a LOLER examination?
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Powered-access equipment used for lifting people is generally thoroughly examined every six months, unless a competent person has produced an examination scheme specifying a different interval.
Do you repair cherry pickers?
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Can you inspect a machine before I buy it?
Yes. Above Access provides diagnosis, servicing and repair support for a wide range of truck-mounted, van-mounted and mobile access platforms.
Yes. A pre-purchase condition inspection can be arranged to assess the machine and identify visible faults, wear or likely maintenance requirements.
Yes. Planned servicing, repairs, examination scheduling and ongoing engineering support can be arranged for businesses operating multiple machines.