Mobile Elevated Work Platform ( Energy Safety Canada)

As the operator of a mobile elevating work platform (MEWP), you have sole responsibility for carrying out tasks safely and efficiently.  Establishing good habits and maintaining a consistent, focused approach to safe operations of the MEWP are critical.  Through a combination of theory and practical application, this course provides basic operator training for working with Type 3, Group B MEWPs with a focus on managing hazards and selecting, inspecting and operating an MEWP.

Prerequisite: ESC Fall Protection only

Attendees must bring PPE including hard hat, steel toe boots, and safety glasses for use during the practical portion.

Participants will learn:

• Operator responsibilities
• Managing hazards
• Rescue planning
• MEWP capabilities
• MEWP selection
• Pre-use inspections
• Operation and stowing