Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for anyone who is required to use, supervise or manage a MEWP in their daily working duties. The categories include: Static Vertical (1A) Static Boom (1B), Mobile Vertical (3A) and Mobile Boom (3B).
Duration
1 Day
Location
Ipswich / Essex / In-house Availability
Certifications
Provided on completion
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The purpose of this course is to give delegates the skills required to safely operate a MEWP. It covers the Law, maintenance of the MEWP and manual checks to ensure safety.
By the end of the course delegates will:
- Have a thorough understanding of how to successfully control and manoeuvre the vehicle
- Be able to inspect the vehicle to ensure safe use
- Understand all of the regulations required to ensure safety in the workplace
Course Outline
- Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
- Working at Heights Regulations 2005
- Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
- Features and Safety Equipment
- Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance
- Correct Use of Controls
- Risk Assessment
- Operating the MEWP and typical hazards
- Theory and Practical Testing
