Lantra Awards Mobile Elevated Work Platforms

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