MEWP

MEWP

The training is intended for Operatives/Supervisors who use Mobile Elevating Work Platforms ( MEWPs).

Course Objectives

This course instructs an operator to prepare and safely operate various types of MEWPs including scissor lifts and boom lifts.

Course Summary

• Course introduction

• Theory – The need to train and statutory requirements

• Different types of MEWP

• Introduction to the machine

• Pre-use checks, inspection and function test

• Setting up the MEWP

• Environmental and ground conditions

• Travelling the route and manoeuvring the MEWP

• Fall arrest equipment

• Basic operational practice

• Achievement testing

• Log book issue and inspection recording

• Emergency descent systems

• Dangers of fuelling/charging

• SWL (Safe Working Load) and limiters

• Guardrails and inbuilt safety features

• PPE

• Assessment

• Course close