It says that there is no single secondary guarding system that protects against all known entrapment situations. The concern is that ticking the box on secondary guarding devices will reduce risk awareness among contractors that use MEWPs. Emerging Contractor MandatesIPAF is aware that some UK Tier 1 contractors intend to introduce secondary guarding requirements from January 2026. IPAF again emphasises that there is no single secondary guarding system that protects against all known entrapment situations. Engineering systems cannot replace the need for trained operators working to a clear method statement under competent supervision.