Class Detail
Mobile Elevating Work Platforms
Course Description
Formerly called "Aerial Lift", MEWP is now a THREE-PART course. The member does not meet the qualifications to operate the equipment until they have completed the "theory" and "practical" training for both scissor and boom lift. All three parts are included in this course. This course addresses the Federal requirements for workers performing work from boom supported working platforms or self-propelled platform lifts. The Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations 1926.453 of which Subpart "L" (Scaffolds) mandates statutes for "Vehicle Mounted Rotating Aerial Devices" and references the ANSI (American National Standards Institute) standards contained in ANSI A92 (2018). The course consists of classroom presentation and instruction and a hands-on portion. Students review the federal regulations for use and the restrictions placed on the manufacturers by the ANSI Standards. The classroom instruction is followed by the students pre-operation safety checks which mirror specific manufacturers requirements.
| Course Length: | 8 Hours |
| Designed for Craft: | All UBC Crafts |
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| Upon Completion: | The qualification will appear on your Training Verification Card. |
| Certificate Type: | This is a qualification issued by the UBC. |
| Certificate Expires: | |
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