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MEWPs |
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Scissor, Boom (self-propelled), Boom (vehicle mounted)
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Course objectives |
- Identify the basic construction and components, and the purpose and
use of all controls and gauges.
- Identify and comply with manufacturers instructions in accordance with
the operator’s handbook, other information sources i.e. duties charts, and
applicable legislation.
- Explain all relevant documentation.
- Explain all displayed information on the machine.
- Carry out pre-start 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 up to maximum working height.
- Keep within safe working parameters.
- Place the machine in an out-of-service condition.
- Explain the loading and unloading procedures on and off a transporter.
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Who are the courses for? |
Anyone who uses or will be using a mobile elevated work
platform (scissor or boom – vehicle mounted or self-propelled) in the
land-based industries or construction industry. |
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Duration/format |
Novice operators – all types - 2 days
Experienced operators – all types – 1 day |
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Instructor/machine/ trainee ratio |
1 instructor : 2 machines : 4 trainees or
1 instructor : 1 machine : 2 trainees |
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Equipment for land-based course and test
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- Scissor or boom (self-propelled or vehicle mounted) MEWP complying
with safety regulations and in a well-maintained state
- Safety harness
- 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 height up to 75% of the machine’s overall capability)
- Barriers/barrier tapes, 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
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Trainee |
- Operator instruction book for all machinery and attachments
- Overalls and wet weather clothing
- High visibility jacket
- PPE (minimum hard hat, safety harness and lanyard but may require fall
arrest device with lanyard and carabiners etc)
- Notebook and pencil
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Venue |
- Light and heating if necessary
- Seating and tables for trainees
- Suitable area for training (see above)
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Course materials |
- Skills guide
- Land-based/CPCS theory test question paper
- Land-based/CPCS operator assessment form
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