Training - Mewp Safety Operation

Introduction

This course aims to give learners the knowledge, understanding and basic skills in using MEWPS whilst carrying out work. It introduces learners to manoeuvring the machine in open and confined areas, daily pre-use checks, refuelling, hazards and risks involved with operating and working with MEWPs and to comply with health and safety legislation. The target audience is aimed at those working on the telecoms network including suppliers and contractors.

Performance Objectives

Use suitable personal protective equipment throughout all MEWP operations
Prepare the MEWP for work, undertaking all pre use checks and adjustments in accordance
with standard procedures
Carry out all work activities in accordance with relevant health and safety legislation
Communicate with team members and other associated occupations about the MEWP operation
and the work to be carried out
Identify and explain the operation of the MEWP instruments and controls
Position MEWP and any attachments used in an authorised position
Check that any ancillary attachments are in working order
Demonstrate safe travelling and manoeuvring activities
Be able to operate the MEWP and undertake specified working tasks
Identify weights and centres of gravity of loads accurately
Deal with any hazards and obstacles encountered during the operation in accordance with
standard practice
Be able to select, transfer and position loads using a MEWP
Comply with the relevant, current legislation, official guidance and organisational
procedures to maintain safe work practices
Shutdown and secure the machine, using correct procedures
Undertake post operational checks for a MEWP

Learning Outcomes

Know the health hazards associated with MEWP operations
Know the operators’ responsibilities under health and safety legislation
Be able to carry out MEWP pre and post operational checks
Be able to operate, move or manoeuvre the MEWP safety
Be able to prepare a MEWP for transport

SAFE PRACTICE

It is the responsibility of the centre, in consultation with the trainer and assessor, to ensure that risk assessments have been carried out. During this training you must take account of the relevant worksite operational requirements, procedures and safe working practices.

DURATION AND COURSE RATIO

1-day training/refresher. Trainer/delegate 1:8 Practical assessment (30 minutes). Knowledge Assessment(30 minuites)

COURSE TYPE AND LEVEL

Training and Assessment – Level 2

ACCREDITATION

Upon successful achievement learners will be issued with a Smart Awards certificate valid for 3 years.

ASSESSMENT

The assessment will test the learners knowledge and skills around MEWPS whilst carryingout work, manoeuvring the machine in open and confined areas, daily pre-use checks, refuelling, hazards and risks involved with operating and working with MEWPs and health and safety legislation.