MOBILE ELEVATED WORK PLATFORMS

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MEWP-THEORY-initial certification

To safely operate a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) it requires both in-depth knowledge and confident practical skills and experience.  Whether a Boom Lift, Bucket Truck or Scissor Lift, understanding safe operating principles and procedures is vital.


At TOTAL Safety Management, our Instructors have extensive knowledge and experience in Working at Heights and MEWP operations.  With courses offered each month, Employers have the convenience of ensuring all required training is completed without disruption to day-to-day operations.

Our comprehensive one-day, in-class MEWP INITIAL training course focuses on Theory-based education and information to ensure new operators understand the risks and hazards associated with MEWP operations.  Ensuring they have the knowledge and confidence to make effective decisions that support safe and responsible job-site behaviours. 

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Course Overview

PART 1: THEORY


As a leader in Health and Safety education and training, our comprehensive, in-class training program not only meets mandatory Provincial requirements, but exceeds them. This one-day MEWP course is designed to ensure Workers have the knowledge and skills to operate a MEWP safely.  Through classroom instruction and scenario-based training and testing this course will cover:

WAH Legislation & Regulations

MEWP Legislation & Regulations

Types & Classifications of MEWP

Principles of Operation

MEWP Hazards & Controls

Equipment Familiarization & Controls

Safe Work Procedures

Safe Work Zones

MEWP Fall Rescue Plans


PART 2: PRACTICAL SKILLS DEMONSTRATION


As part of the comprehensive Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) training course, all participants must successfully complete a mandatory Practical Skills Demonstration (PSD) after successfully completing the MEWP-Theory course that includes:

  • familiarization
  • inspection procedures
  • basic operations
  • emergency operations
  • operator proficiency

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Who Should Take This Course?

This course is designed for frontline Workers a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP).  Upon successful completion, participants will receive a wall certificate and wallet card.  In addition, all participants receive complimentary academic tracking and re-currency reminder service.

Prerequisites

Participants must have proof of a valid Working at Heights (WAH) certificate.

Equipment Required

There is no training equipment required for this course. Participant training manuals and all required reading materials are included in the cost of the course.  Mandatory participant dress code is a CSA-approved hard hat, high-visibility clothing and safety boots.

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Recurrency and Recertification

All certificates issued are valid for three years and must be renewed.  Included as part of all MEWP training program is complimentary academic tracking and a re-currency training reminder service.