Mobile Elevated Work Platforms

Not everything we have to work on is within reach. There are times we need a little help. Sometimes ladders are chosen, other times fixed scaffolds, and still other times mobile equipment like aerial lifts (also referred to as an articulating boom/bucket lifts) and scissor lifts. Working safely with this last category will be the focus of this course. Ideal learners include employees who work on or around aerial lifts and scissor lifts.

Course Topic 

• Identify different types of mobile equipment to use when your work is out of reach    

• Explain the importance of lift and site inspection before use

• Recognize causes of falls from mobile equipment

• Describe precautions to help prevent falls, tip-over and catapulting

• Identify hazards such as contact with power lines or other moving equipment