Lantra Awards Mobile Elevated Work Platforms – this course is available for groups of 4 +, delivered on site.

Land-based Scissor – LAA2501,02,03,04,05

Boom (self-propelled) – LAA2601,02,03,04,10

Boom (vehicle mounted) – LAA2605,06,07,08,09

CPCS Scissor – CPA2501,02,03,04,05

Boom (self-propelled) – CPA2601,02,03,04,10

Boom (vehicle mounted) – CPA2605,06,07,08,09

Course objectives

• Identify the basic construction and components, and the purpose and use of all controls and gauges.
• Identify and comply with manufacturers instructions in accordance with the operator’s handbook, other information sources i.e. duties charts, and applicable legislation.
• Explain all relevant documentation.
• Explain all displayed information on the machine.
• Carry out pre-start and running checks.
• Carry out emergency lowering procedures.
• Operate controls from ground level, and from within the working platform.
• Manoeuvre/travel the MEWP involving tight turns and limited access, using both forward and reverse motions.
• Travel the MEWP with the platform in a raised position (self-propelled only)
• Position the platform up to maximum working height.
• Keep within safe working parameters.
• Place the machine in an out-of-service condition.
• Explain the loading and unloading procedures on and off a transporter.

Who are the courses for?

Anyone who uses or will be using a mobile elevated work platform (scissor or boom – vehicle mounted or self-propelled) in the land-based industries or construction industry.

Duration/format

• Novice operators – all types – 2 days
• Experienced operators – all types – 1 day

Instructor/machine/trainee ratio 1 instructor : 2 machines : 4 trainees or 1 instructor : 1 machine : 2 trainees