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Course Code: MEWP

Course Duration: 1 Day

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Who Should Attend?

This programme is designed for managers, supervisors and operatives who may need to use a type specific Mobile Elevated Work Platform.

Aim

To provide delegates with a thorough understanding of the need for safety associated with MEWPs. To instruct and equip the delegates in the safe use and inspection of  type specific MEWPS.

Content

• Introduction to the MEWP.
• Safe operation & limitations of use.
• Pre-use checks & inspections.
• Safe use of harnesses.
• Checks prior to road travel.
• Traveling and manoeuvring.
• Typical work applications.
• Practical and Theory Assessments.

MEWP Types for which training is provided

The new MEWP categories, with abbreviations and brief explanations:

• Static Vertical (1a): Vertical personnel platforms (static).
• Static Boom (1b): Self-propelled booms (outriggers), trailers/push-arounds, vehicle- mounted platforms.
• Mobile Vertical (3a): Scissor lifts, vertical personnel platforms (mobile).
• Mobile Boom (3b): Self-propelled booms.
• Special (2a, 2b and any other): Airport equipment.

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