If you work with towers, podiums, or any access equipment, training is not just a box to tick – it is your key to safety and compliance. Across the UK, the recognised authority for mobile access towers is PASMA – the Prefabricated Access Suppliers’ and Manufacturers’ Association.
A PASMA certificate is more than a requirement. On construction sites, in facilities management, and even in everyday maintenance, it is your licence to operate. Without it, you may be refused entry. With it, you can prove to employers and site managers that you are competent and compliant.
At Construction and Plant Training Services (CPTS LTD), we deliver the full range of PASMA training courses. From half-day Low Level Access to advanced modules like Cantilever or Linked Towers, our training is accredited, hands-on, and designed to give you both confidence and skills.
What Is PASMA and Why Does It Matter?
PASMA is the UK’s leading body for mobile access towers. It creates the standards, approves the training providers, and promotes safe practice in every sector where towers are used.
When you complete a PASMA course, you receive a Certificate and a PASMA PhotoCard, valid for five years. That PhotoCard is instantly recognised across the industry. Employers trust it, clients require it, and site managers look for it before you step onto a scaffold platform.
Think of it as your licence to work at height. With the card in your wallet, you can move from job to job with confidence.
Our PASMA Training Courses
At CPTS, we provide every PASMA course you might need – from entry level to advanced. Below you will find a quick guide to each course, so you can choose the one that fits your role.
PASMA Mobile Access Towers for Users
This is the foundation course and the one most people start with. You learn how to:
- Build and dismantle mobile access towers.
- Use towers safely during daily work.
- Carry out inspections and keep proper records.
- Follow UK legislation and best practice.
Duration: 1 day (theory + practical)
Qualification: PASMA Certificate + PhotoCard (valid 5 years)
If you need to work with towers on site, this is the course to book.
PASMA Mobile Access Towers for Users – E-Learning
Busy schedule? With this option you complete the theory online at your own pace, then attend a short practical session at our centre.
The outcome is the same as the full course, but with far more flexibility.
Duration: Online theory + ½ day practical
Qualification: PASMA Certificate + PhotoCard
PASMA Low Level Access
Not every job requires tall towers. Many tasks involve podiums, folding towers, or small steps under 2.5 metres. This course covers them all.
You will learn how to use, check, and maintain low level access equipment – and how to stay compliant with the Work at Height Regulations.
Duration: ½ day
Qualification: PASMA Certificate + PhotoCard
PASMA Low Level Access – E-Learning
Want to save time? This version lets you complete the theory online, before attending the practical session in person.
Same qualification, delivered in a more flexible way.
PASMA Combi – Mobile Access Tower & Low Level Access
Get two PASMA qualifications in just one day. The Combi course combines the Towers for Users and Low Level Access modules.
This way, you cover both tall towers and small podiums without booking separate courses.
Duration: 1 day (theory + practical)
Qualification: Two PASMA Certificates + PhotoCard
PASMA Combi – E-Learning
The same benefits as the Combi course, but with theory completed online. Then you attend one practical day to finish.
Two qualifications, one PhotoCard, and maximum flexibility.
PASMA Advanced Modules
If you already hold the Towers for Users card, you can move on to specialist modules. Each advanced course lasts one day and adds new skills for more complex tower configurations.
PASMA Towers with Cantilever
Learn how to extend towers over obstacles using cantilever frames and kentledge.
PASMA Towers on Stairs
Covers safe assembly and use of towers on stairways.
PASMA Towers with Bridges for Users
Teaches how to span gaps with bridging sections between towers.
PASMA Linked Towers for Users
Covers joining towers together to form larger working platforms.
Duration: 1 day (each module)
Qualification: PASMA Advanced Certificate + PhotoCard
Perfect for teams working in complex environments where standard towers are not enough.
PASMA Work at Height (Essentials) Course
Even if you never build or climb a tower, you may still be exposed to height risks. This course is designed for anyone who needs awareness rather than hands-on skills.
You will learn how to:
- Recognise hazards.
- Choose the right equipment.
- Apply the law.
- Avoid common mistakes that cause accidents.
Duration: ½ day (theory only)
Qualification: PASMA Certificate
PASMA Managers Course: Mobile Access Towers & Work at Height
If you are responsible for planning or supervising work at height, this is your course. It focuses on theory and covers:
- Risk assessments and control measures.
- Equipment selection.
- Legal responsibilities.
- Managing safe tower use on site.
Duration: 1 day (classroom-based)
Qualification: PASMA Certificate + PhotoCard
Who Needs PASMA Certification?
- Operatives who build or use towers.
- Supervisors and managers who oversee tower use.
- Contractors and subcontractors required to show competence.
- Facilities and maintenance teams working with low-level access.
If towers are part of your work, PASMA is not optional — it is essential.
How Long Does a PASMA Card Last?
Your PASMA PhotoCard is valid for five years. Once it expires, you need to retake the course to renew.
Book your refresher with CPTS before your card runs out, so you never lose your qualification.
Why Choose Construction and Plant Training Services?
- Complete range of PASMA courses — from Users to Advanced.
- Flexible formats – classroom, blended, and e-learning.
- Expert trainers with years of site experience.
- Convenient UK locations.
- Training in multiple languages, including Polish.
- Trusted by major contractors across the industry.
With CPTS, you don’t just get a certificate. You get the confidence and knowledge to work safely at height.
PASMA Training FAQs
How long does a PASMA course take?
From half a day (Low Level Access, Essentials) to one day (Users, Combi, Advanced, Managers).
How long is a PASMA card valid for?
Five years. You must retrain to renew.
Can I do PASMA online?
Yes. Low Level Access and Combi include e-learning theory with a short practical.
Do I need PASMA if I only use small podiums?
Yes. Even low-level equipment falls under PASMA guidance.
What PPE is required for PASMA training?
Hard hat with chin strap, safety boots, gloves, and safety glasses.
Book Your PASMA Training Today
Ready to get qualified? Whether you need the basic Users course, the Combi option, or an Advanced module, we have the course for you.
Call our team for advice.
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Train with CPTS and stay safe at height.
More information about PASMA courses You can find on website: https://www.cpcs-training-courses.co.uk/pasma-course/
