Mobile Elevated Working Platform - Scissor & Boom

Course Requirements

• Serviceable MEWP which meets current legislation and is in a well maintained state. ‘LOLER’ thorough examination of 6 months must be current and available for inspection on the first day of training.
• Safety harness which consists of a restraint lanyard which is suitable for the MEWP being used.
• Suitable site for operating an access platform with safe areas near or inside buildings (area with obstructions to reach over and a target point at a height up to 75% of the machine’s overall capability). At least 20 metres away from any overhead power lines.
• Cones, barriers, barrier tape, signs etc.
• Operator instruction book for all machinery and attachments.
• First Aid equipment complying with the Health and Safety (First Aid) Reg 1981.
• Fire Extinguisher.

Delegate Requirements

• Hard Hat / Steel Toe Cap Boots / Hi-Vis / All Weather Clothing / Gloves / Restraint Harness
• Head for Heights

Course Aims

• Identify the basic construction and components, and the purpose and use of all its controls and gauges.
• Identify and comply with manufacturers instructions in accordance with the operator’s handbook, other information sources, and applicable legislation.
• Explain all relevant documentation.
• Explain all relevant information displayed on the machine.
• Carry out all pre-use and running checks.
• Carry out emergency lowering procedures.
• Operate controls from ground level, and from within the working platform.
• Manoeuvre/travel the MEWP involving tight turns and limited access, using both forward and reverse motions.
• Travel the MEWP with the platform in a raised position (self-propelled only).
• Position the platform to maximum working height.
• Keep the safe working parameters.
• Place the MEWP in an out-of-service condition.