Mobile Elevating Work Platforms
Mobile Elevating Work Platforms
Make sure you and your teams are confident and well trained on using elevating work platforms
Elevating work platforms (MEWP) are a standard feature on most industrial sites. It is essential that operators of MEWP items are trained to use the machines safely and effectively.
Our course provides MEWP operators with a combination of theory and instruction in practical use of the various platforms. We cover familiarisation with the operating environment, hazards and risk management, MEWP capabilities and limits, fitness for purpose, pre- use inspections, fault reporting, start up and shut down and certification.
By completing this course you will learn the:
- Types of MEWP and their suitability for purpose.
- Safety features of MEWP.
- Legislative requirements in relation to Code of Practice and the use of MEWP.
Please note, the use of harnesses specific to these machines is included but does not cover assessment required for work at heights training.
NZQA UNITS
23966: Describe the types of elevating work platforms (MEWP), & legislative requirements for their use. (Mandatory Unit Standard).
In addition to US 23966, one or two of the below unit standards can be selected on a company booked course. Our scheduled course practical options are Scissor Lift & Self-propelled Boom.
23960: Scissor Lift
23961: Truck Mounted Boom
23962: Self-propelled Boom Lift (Knuckler and Telescopic)
23963: Trailer Mounted Boom (Cherry Picker and Spider Mounted)
23964: Vertical Lift
DURATION:
One Day
PRICE:
Scheduled course: $525.00 + gst per person
Group Booking: $2,570.00 + gst + disbursements and Machinery
ATTENDEE NUMBERS:
Maximum of 6
ENTRY CRITERIA:
Open. Unit 23966 is a theory pre-requisite for the other practical units and is delivered with the practical
OUR TRAINING SITES
To book a course at our training sites in Kinleith or Kawerau use the online booking tool below, email us or call us on 0800 ITW 5669 (0800 489 5669).
TRAINING AT YOUR PLACE
To run this course at your workplace please email us or call us on 0800 ITW 5669 (0800 489 5669).
LITERACY & NUMERACY SUPPORT
We have processes in place to be able to support anyone in our trainings to learn and get the certification (if applicable).
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Mobile Elevating Work Platforms
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| Mobile Elevating Work Platforms Refresher | Industry Training Works Centre - Kinleith |
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| Mobile Elevating Work Platforms | Industry Training Works Centre - Kinleith |
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| Mobile Elevating Work Platforms Refresher | Industry Training Works Centre - Kinleith |
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Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are accepted via phone or email only. Registrations not cancelled by 10 am, two days prior to the course will require payment. However, substitutions are welcome.