COURSE INFORMATION
MEWP’s are sometimes used in the workplace and are replacing ladders and tower scaffolds as the preferred method of height access work. MEWP operators should be made aware of the safety precautions required or individual capabilities of the Scissor or Boom lift itself.
If you are an employer, it is a legal requirement to ensure employees are provided with adequate training for safe operation of work at height machinery.
Safety is of utmost importance while working at height. This course certifies operators on Scissor & Boom lifts. Operators can obtain the standard certification or the IPAF (International Powered Access Federation) certification.
On successful completion Participants on this course are able to:
- Operate an MEWP safely and correctly in accordance with the manufacturers requirements
- Clearly understand the causes of instability while operating an MEWP
- Carry out correctly, a pre-use inspection of an MEWP
- Work safely at height at all times
- Use a Safety Harness Properly
- Understand fully the procedures for the emergency lowering of the MEWP in the event of an emergency
COURSE CONTENT
- Legislation and the use of MEWP’s including Work at Height
- Basic types and specification of MEWP’s
- Hazards associated with using MEWP’s
- MEWP Accident prevention
- Daily pre-use checks and maintenance
- Safety precautions while using MEWP’s & Safe Harness Use
- Positioning of the MEWP safely
- Re – fueling and Battery charging procedures
- Raising and lowering the MEWP safely and correctly
- Emergency procedures for the Operator
- Evaluating ground Conditions
- Practical test and written theory exam
FEEDBACK
Paul R.: “Enjoyable course, explained in detail all topics covered top man.”
Cian M.: “Best course I’ve done. Supervisors are spot on. 10/10 would recommend.”
Daniel T.: “Very informative course with concise, clear instruction. Very good instructor, informative and approachable.”
Patrick R.”All good content, clearly explained. Overall very happy.”
