Training - Mewp Vehicle Safety

Introduction

This course aims to give learners the knowledge, skills and understanding in the inspection of mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs). It introduces learners to the hazards and potential risks involved 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 inspection activities
Use suitable sources of technical information to support MEWP inspection activities
Confirm that equipment has been calibrated to meet manufacturers’ and legal requirements
where necessary
Carry out systematic MEWP inspections following workplace procedures and health and
safety requirements
Conduct all MEWP testing following: the manufacturer’s instructions; the recognised test
method; your workplace procedure and health and safety requirements
Ensure your comparison of the MEWP against specification accurately identifies any:
differences from the MEWP specification; MEWP appearance and condition faults;
non-compliance with statutory requirements
Work in a way which minimises the risk of damage to the MEWP and its systems, other
people and their property
Make suitable recommendations for future action based upon the results of your tests and
inspections
Ensure your records are accurate, complete and passed to the relevant person (s)
promptly in the format required
Complete all inspection activities within the agreed timescale and to specification
Report any anticipated delays in completion to the relevant person(s) in authority
promptly

Learning Outcomes

Know the health hazards associated with MEWP inspections
Know the minimum legal requirements concerning the thorough inspection of MEWPS
Know how to carry out the thorough inspection of MEWPS
Know how to complete inspection activities
Know how to complete inspection records/ reports

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 in inspection of mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs). It introduces learners to the hazards and potential risks involved with MEWPs and health and safety legislation.