Mobile Elevating Work Platforms

Theory

This theory class covers the following,

• Responsibility
• Safe Operation
• Hazards
• Warning Symbols
• Equipment Inspection
• Workplace Inspection and more...
• The theory portion takes approximately 90 minutes
• At the end operators will be tested and must pass

Practical

Operators must demonstrate a list of skills to prove proficiency in the operation of the equipment. WorkSafeBC requires operators to take the Elevating Work Platform training only once unless:

• New equipment is introduced in the workplace that is unfamiliar to the operator
• The equipment is modified in a manner that affects its safe operation or load capacity
• The operating conditions or the environment in which the operator works has changed
• The operator has been involved in an incident relating to the equipment
• Skill or knowledge deficiencies have been identified
• The requirements of the applicable standards or the Regulation change

• Employers are welcome to provide retraining of their operators at fixed intervals if desired.
• Successful participants will receive a wallet and wall size certificate.
• Your company will be provided with all the relevant paperwork as proof of training.
• This is not a, how to operate an Elevating Work Platform, course. This course is on the safe operation of the equipment.
• Course attendees must have at least 4 hours of supervised experience on the equipment or be experienced operators before taking the course.
• Operator’s manuals must always be read before using any piece of equipment.