Objective

This course is aimed at providing delegates with legislation requirements applicable, when operating the MEWPS. Also covered within this training, pre use inspections and maintenance required and also safety limits associated with the loads and weather conditions.

Target Group

With the advance of technology, MEWP'S are becoming safer as more modern safety devices are being fitted. However, the HSE has suggested Human Error for on going situations, due to a variety of causes. With recent changes to the ¿Working at Height Regulations the HSE state that working at any height should be as safe as standing at ground level.

Prerequisites

Not applicable for this course

Examination

On successful completion of this course delegates would have completed a theoretical test, and have participated in the practical content which involves the positioning and setting up of the machine, donning fall arrest equipment and Identifying environmental hazards.

On successful completion of this course delegates will be issued and In House Training providers certificate

Course Contents

Current Legislation H.S.W.A, M.H.S.W.A, L.O.L.E.R & W.A.H
Types of MEWPS available
Motive power types and hazards
Pre-Use inspections & refuelling
Affects of wind & temperatures
Setting up procedures
Travelling on site, low/high level
Safe working loads
Parking & Security