(MEWP) 3a Scissor Lift

The aim of the course is to provide the candidate with the basic knowledge and practical skills involved in operating Mobile Elevated Working Platforms.

The Objectives of the Course are to enable delegates to:

•  Be able to operate the machines safely and correctly in accordance with manufacturer’s

• instructions and accepted good practice

•  Site and operate machine safely in relation to task

• Demonstrate an understanding of responsibilities under current relevant legislation

•  Demonstrate an understanding for the need of Personal Protective Equipment

Course Summary:

•  Relevant regulations/legislation

•  Operator’s Code of Safe Practice

•  Introduction to machine

•  Controls and instruments

•  Limitations of use

•  Components of machine

•  Main platform types

•  Pre-start inspection/maintenance

•  Trapping dangers

•  Servicing and inspection

•  Emergency controls

•  Moving and locating machine

•  Tilt alarms

•  Weather conditions

•  PPE recommendations

•  Ground inspection

•  Overhead obstructions

•  Spatial awareness

Course duration

• Depending on Accreditation and Experience

Certification:

• Depending on Accreditation