Scissor Lift - novice, experienced, converison or refresher

Training

In Nationwide

£ 201-500

Description

  • Type

    Training

  • Level

    Beginner

  • Location

    Nationwide

  • Duration

    Flexible

  • Start date

    Different dates available

To teach the relevant job safety knowledge and practical skills necessary for the safe and efficient operation of Mobile Elevating Working Platforms, including self propelled and vehicle mounted, to operators and persons involved in the use of these types of appliances.

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Location

Start date

Nationwide (London)
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Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a plant operator
Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used, and be familiar with other types of information sources and relevant legislation
Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
Be able to locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions
Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements
Check all emergency lowering functions
Safely mount and dismount the machine
Configure the machine for travel
Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely on level ground and inclines in open and confined areas
Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area, including overhead and underground hazards
Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure in readiness to carry out accessing tasks
Carry out accessing tasks, at various points up to full operating height
Travel with platform raised (where applicable)
Use platform extension section
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation
Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures

operators using s MEWP scissor lift within the workplace

Site must have access to the equipment and be able to provide an in date LOLER ticket for the machine.
Classroom / indoor space required for theoretical teaching element,

NPORS certificate / ID card
or
In-house certificate

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Subjects

  • Forklift
  • Forklift truck
  • Forklift training
  • Forklift trucks and cranes
  • Forklift truck training
  • MEWP
  • Scissor lift
  • NPORS
  • Access
  • Lifting equipment

Teachers and trainers (1)

various trainers

various trainers

NPORS Instructors

Course programme

Learn how to safely and efficiently operate a mobile elevating work platform.
On completion of the course you will understand the statutory requirements and the need for safety training. The course covers machine introduction and familiarisation, daily checks and fault reporting, siting and preparation, safety rules and procedures including applicable legislation, safety harnesses, general operating and emergency procedures and more. Course Content

Classroom based theory training to inform candidates of the relevant legislation applicable (Including Work at Height Regulations 2005), raise awareness of site safety including the need to assess the job to be done, and the intended use of the specification of machine on the course.
Supervised practical exercises to develop skills in planning the route to the work area, manoeuvring both forwards and reverse (including whilst elevated), siting the vehicle ready for use, operation of any platform extension / articulating or telescopic boom functions at various heights.
Application of Work Restraint (Fall Prevention), or Fall Arrest harnesses.

Course Certification

On successful completion of a theory test consisting of both open and multiple choice questions, and practical assessment using a progressive assessment report, successful candidates will receive a Certificate of Training in Basic Practical Skill and Ability.

Course Documentation

Nationally recognised & registered Certification NPORS /Photo ID Card or in-house certificate

Course Location

On-site at Customers premises or other nominated venue.

Staff Instructors

All Safe-T-Solutions instructors are accredited by the appropriate accrediting body and are also fully experienced, trained, tested and certificated on the relevant machines.

Scissor Lift - novice, experienced, converison or refresher

£ 201-500