Plant and Machinery

MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform)

Course Details

Course duration 1

Cost per day £250.00

Qualification cost £72.00


Total course cost £386.40 (inc VAT)


Qualification
NPTC City and Guilds Integrated Training and Assessment

Pre-requisties
TBA

PPE requirement
Safety helmet / eye protection / hearing protection / gloves / leg protection / protective boots / high visibility non-snag outer clothing


Number of delegates 4

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Description

A Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) solves many access problems that exist in construction, maintenance and other industries but it can be dangerous if not used correctly.  Accidents happen when operators do not fully understand how MEWPs operate and the precautions which must be taken.

Our MEWP integrated training and assessment will help you to understand the regulations and safety requirements to ensure that you are confident at height whilst operating the equipment.

Course objectives

·        On completion of this course you will be able to:

·        Identify the basic construction and components, and the purpose and use of all controls and gauges.

·        Identify and comply with manufacturers’ instructions in accordance with the operator’s handbook, other information sources such as duties charts and applicable legislation (PUWER, LOLER).

·        Explain all relevant documentation.

·        Explain all displayed information on the machine.

·        Carry out pre-start and running checks.

·        Carry out emergency lowering procedures.[1]

·        Operate controls from ground level, and from within the working platform.

·        Manoeuvre/Travel the MEWP involving tight turns and limited access, using both forward and reverse motions.

·        Position the platform up to maximum working height.

·        Keep within safe working parameters.

·        Place the machine in an out-of-service condition.

·        Explain the loading and unloading procedures on and off a transporter.

 

Learners must be physically fit and not suffering from vertigo or similar conditions or on medication that could affect their judgement and safety.


 

 

Upcoming 'MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform)' Courses

Date(s) Location
17th February 2025 Wellesbourne, Stratford upon Avon View Course Location     Enquire now
Course Dates

17th February 2025
Location: Wellesbourne, Stratford upon Avon
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All courses will have restrictions in place in accordance with the current Covid-19 Government guidelines. All trainers, assessors and venues have taken all precautionary measures to ensure your safety and will continue to follow government guidelines

Central England Training Ltd

11 Crossfields Road, Warwick, CV34 5HU
enquiries@centralenglandtraining.co.uk
01926 495024
07426 622163
07715 311657

Company Number: 13545927 (England & Wales)

VAT Number: 401359921