Course aim
Mobile Elevated Work Platform training covering scissor lifts, cherry pickers and self-propelled booms. Designed for operators who do not hold a certificate or whose certification needs refreshing.
Course objectives
- Identify responsibilities under current legislation
- Operate a MEWP safely, reducing the risk of injury to operators and others
- Conduct safety checks on MEWPs, including GA1 forms
- Work safely at height using the MEWP
- Position and operate a MEWP correctly and safely
- Identify barriers and signs used with MEWP activities
- Identify and work safely around electrical hazards
- Know safe working loads and other specifications
- Refuel and recharge MEWPs safely
- Record maintenance or operating problems
Course content
- Introduction and legislation
- Duties under the Construction Regulations regarding loads, certificates, controls and minimum age
- Explanation, demonstration and practice of correct operating procedures
- Accidents: causes and prevention
- Daily safety checks and inspection
- Safe use of outriggers and stabilisers
- Safe operating practices and safety video
- Emergency procedures
- Correct PPE selection and use
- Battery charging and refuelling
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