MEWP

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Although well designed for safety, unsafe use of elevated platforms leads to many deaths every year. Currently, the largest cause of fatal injury in the UK is falling from a heightSafe Handling offer fully accredited training on all MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform) types.

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1 and 2 Days

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Since the introduction of the Working at Height Regulations in 2005, there has been a huge increase in the use of these platforms. Although well designed for safety, unsafe use of elevated platforms leads to many deaths every year. Currently, the largest cause of fatal injury in the UK is falling from a heightSafe Handling offer fully accredited training on all MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform) types.

Categories of MEWP

1A – Static Vertical – driven into position – cannot drive elevated
1B – Static Boom – Mounted and Spider Lift – cannot be driven elevated
3A – Mobile Vertical – Can be driven elevated
3B – Mobile Boom – Can be driven elevated

All courses include content covering:

Legal obligations for operators including the implications of the Working at Height Regulations
Identification of all safety devices applicable to machine type
Operator safety rules and guidance
Pre-operational checks
Set up for use
Practical use of the work platform
Practical and associated theoretical knowledge testing

Courses available:

We offer a variety of courses for this type of equipment. There is a normally a maximum ratio of 4 candidates per course. Courses include refresher training including re-test suitable only for candidates who already hold valid certification on the same machine type, conversion training for candidates wishing to convert from one type of machine to another, experienced operator with no previous formal training, and novice.

As a fully accredited training organisation, our forklift operator and industrial plant operator courses are always delivered to comply with guidance published by ITSSAR, (Independent Training Standards Scheme and Register).

ITSSAR is a founder member of the ABA Workplace Transport 2012 body, who regulate the industry. All of our instructors are fully accredited, and regularly undergo personal development training to keep up to date with latest regulations and guidance.

All training is designed to fully comply with current guidance published by the HSE (Health and Safety Executive).We pride ourselves in delivering training that is involving, practical, and engaging.

We offer training courses for novice operators, experienced operators, and those who need to undertake a refresher course to keep their certification current. HSE guidance advises employers that refresher training should be undertaken every 3-5 years, dependent on levels of supervision.

Types of Forklift Operator Training:

Novice - For trainees with no previous experience on lift trucks
Experienced – Suitable for candidates with experience but with no previous formal training or certification
Conversion – Suitable for candidates who hold existing certification, but who need to operate alternative types of lift truck
Refresher – Re-certification for existing qualified operators

From our base near Sittingbourne, we regularly travel throughout Kent and London, and cover areas including:

Medway towns including: Sittingbourne, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham & Maidstone
East Kent including: Canterbury, Ashford, Thanet (Ramsgate, Margate & Broadstairs), Folkestone & Dover
North Kent including: Dartford, Erith, Gravesend, Northfleet & Thamesmead, North, South, West & East London

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Church Marshes Milton Regis Sittingbourne Kent ME10 2QE, Kent

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