Elevated Work Platforms

This course covers the safe operation of any vehicle or machinery associated with Elevated Work Platforms (EWP). Participants will understand the relevant guidelines, regulations and codes of practice to operate a EWP.

Anyone who operates an Elevated Work Platform (EWP) as part of their job, must be trained in the machine type which is being operated. This training also meets the Chorus WTC2 standards for Health and Safety related competency for workers.

Course Objectives:

• Know the types of EWPs and their suitability for purpose and their safety features
• Understand the legislative requirements, codes of practice and guidance for using an EWP
• Using a personal fall protection system
• Assessing the worksite, safe setup, operation and shut down of an EWP
• Safety planning, hazard ID, safety observers, rescue planning, safe working zones, approach distances to power lines