Course Overview
This course is designed for individuals who require the knowledge and practical skills to safely operate MEWP Boom equipment on site
Course Objectives
Participants will develop competency in the following areas:
- Understanding the industry, its hazards, and responsibilities as a plant operator
- Working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook and other relevant information sources and legislation
- Locating and identifying major components and explaining their functions
- Identifying steering, driving, and braking controls and explaining their functions
- Conducting all pre-operational checks in line with manufacturer and legislative requirements
- Checking all emergency lowering functions
- Safe mounting and dismounting of the machine
- Configuring the machine for travel and manoeuvring safely on level, rough, and inclined ground in open and confined areas
- Conducting safety checks at the work area, including overhead and underground hazards
- Manoeuvring the machine to the work area and configuring it for accessing tasks
- Carrying out accessing tasks at various heights up to full operating height
- Traveling with the platform raised
- Understanding loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation
- End-of-shift, shut down, and securing procedures
Duration
1 day
Maximum Delegates
4 novice or 6 Exp Tests
Entry Requirements
Good understanding of spoken and written English.
Card options*
NPORS Traditional Operator Card (Non-CSCS)
- Best for operators working in non-construction sectors where a CSCS logo card is not required.
- We standardly issue cards for 3 years but can issue cards for 5 years on request
- Companies can choose to have the cards restricted to just for their company use on request
NPORS/CSCS Card Route (Construction)
- For operators working on construction sites where a CSCS logo card is required.
- You will need a valid NPORS or CITB HS&E touchscreen test dated within 2 years of application
NPORS/CSCS Red Trained Operator Card (2 years)
- For operators who do not yet hold the required (S)NVQ.
- You will need a valid NPORS or CITB HS&E touchscreen test dated within 2 years of application
- During the 2-year card period you must:
- Register for and achieve the required (S)NVQ before renewal/upgrade
NPORS/CSCS Competent Operator Card (5 years)
- For operators who already hold the required (S)NVQ
- You will need a valid NPORS or CITB HS&E touchscreen test dated within 2 years of application
- The required (S)NVQ for the category
*Some categories are only eligible for traditional cards or certificates