MEWP Boom

Duration: To be advised

Who Should Attend?

See course aims

Course Aims and Objectives

The aim of the course is to provide training for individuals who wish to drive a MEWP Boom at a
competent level.

Accreditation

On successful completion, the candidates will receive a Northern Safety Accredited certificate.

Content

• Identify the basic construction, purpose and function of components and the purpose and use of
controls and gauges
• Identify and comply with manufacturers’ instructions in accordance with the operator’s handbook,
other information sources and applicable legislation
• Carry out pre-checks
• Explain all relevant documentation
• Explain all displayed information on the machine
• Carry out emergency lowering procedures
• Operate controls from ground level, and from within the working platforms
• Manoeuvre the MEWP involving tight turns and limited access, using both forward and reverse
motions
• Position the platform up to maximum working height
• Explain precautions to be taken for overhead services and other hazards
• 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

Maximum Numbers

A maximum number of 6 people can be trained at one time.

Venue

The training can be carried out on any site, providing the following equipment is available:
• Serviceable MEWP Boom that meets current legislations with the operators manual
• A building or structure, containing items etc.
• A flat area of at least 15 metres in length
• An appropriate safety harness
• A load to simulate tools or equipment
• Signaller assistance