At the end of this course the end-user should be familiar with MEWP’s, their basic structural components, basic function, potential hazards while operating, and how to control those hazards.
If you prefer classroom training, which includes both the knowledge and basic skills portions, OR have already completed the online knowledge portion of this course and require a skills assessment, click “Training Partner” to find one near you.
This course follows the guidelines and standards referenced in the Quebec OH&S Act and Regulations and pays particular attention to the principles established by the Canadian Standards Association (CAN3- B354.4 & B354.2), American National Standards Institute (ANSI A92.5-2006 & A92.6-1999), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (CFR1926.453) and recommendations by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS).
Course Contents
Topics covered in this course include:
- Review of portions of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Legislation and Code as it pertains to fall protection
- Fall protection situational awareness
- Related Legislation
- Ensuring a Safe Worksite
- Employer and Employee responsibilities
- Emergency Actions
- Job Planning and Hazard Assessments
- Inspections and Maintenance
- Safe Operating of MEWP
- Fall Protection for MEWP’s
- Basic Operation of MEWP’s
- Maintaining Equipment Stability
Course Completion
The quizzes at the end of each chapter are intended and designed to strengthen your understanding of course contents. A passing mark of 80% is required and you have two retries of each quiz to achieve this.
Upon successful completion of this course, a unique digital certificate, valid for three years, will be available to download and print.