MEWP - Scissor Lift Training Courses
MEWP – SCISSOR LIFT – Novice Operator
MEWP – SCISSOR LIFT – Novice Operator is for operators with little or no previous experience using a MEWP – Scissor lift. The course will give you the skills to operate the scissor lift safely and efficiently. And who wish to achieve a nationally recognised operator qualification in the safe and correct use of MEWP – Scissor Lift.
- Course Duration: 1 Day (8:30am to 4:30pm)
- Maximum Instructor/Candidate Ratio: 1:3
- RTITB Certification: This then enables the candidate to operate MEWP – Scissor Lift (with authorisation) both the photo ID card and certificate are valid throughout the UK and will be recognised by both employment agencies and perspective employers. The candidate’s name and details are kept on a National Operators Registration Scheme database (NORS) for 3 years.
- WSM IN-HOUSE Certification: This is optional, and if employers prefer, we can supply In-House certificates, only allowing the candidates to operate lift trucks / machinery within the company.
- Free MEWP Book is given to candidates on successful completion of the course.
Course Content
Successful candidates will gain suitable and sufficient understanding of current relevant legislation, best practice and learn skills and ability in the safe use of MEWP – Scissor lift in line with current approved methods and manufacturer’s instructions.
The course agenda includes:
- Course introduction and induction
- Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 – approved code of practice
- Operator safety code
- Pre-use inspection
- Introduction to the machine and its controls
- Machine stability
- Setting up the working area
- Working with site conditions
- Weather condition
- Environmental awareness
- Safe use of hydraulic systems
- Emergency lowering
- Harness usage
- Weight assessment
- Preparing and securing the machine for transport
- Associated Knowledge, Pre-use Inspection and Practical examinations
To reserve a place on one of our courses for MEWP – SCISSOR LIFT – NOVICE call or email our office on:
Office: 01387 733731
Email: info@wsmtraining.com
MEWP – SCISSOR LIFT – Experienced Operator
MEWP – SCISSOR LIFT – Experienced Operator will have some previous experience (possibly self taught) and will be familiar with the steering and operating characteristics of MEWP – Scissor Lift but will not have had the benefit of adequate, formal training in basic operating skills. However, they wish to gain a formal, nationally recognised operator qualification in the safe and correct use of MEWP – Scissor Lift.
- Course Duration: 1 Day (8:30am to 4:30pm)
- Maximum Instructor/Candidate Ratio: 1:3
- RTITB Certification: This then enables the candidate to operate MEWP – Scissor Lift (with authorisation) both the photo ID card and certificate are valid throughout the UK and will be recognised by both employment agencies and perspective employers. The candidate’s name and details are kept on a National Operators Registration Scheme database (NORS) for 3 years.
- WSM IN-HOUSE Certification: This is optional, and if employers prefer, we can supply In-House certificates, only allowing the candidates to operate lift trucks / machinery within the company.
Course Content
Successful candidates will gain suitable and sufficient understanding of current relevant legislation, best practice and learn skills and ability in the safe use of MEWP – Scissor lift in line with current approved methods and manufacturer’s instructions.
The course agenda includes:
- Course introduction and induction
- Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 – approved code of practice
- Operator Safety Code
- Pre-use inspection
- Introduction to the machine and its controls
- Machine stability
- Setting up the working area
- Working with site conditions
- Weather condition
- Environmental awareness
- Safe use of hydraulic systems
- Emergency lowering
- Harness usage
- Weight assessment
- Preparing and securing the machine for transport
- Associated Knowledge, Pre-use Inspection and Practical examinations
To reserve a place on one of our courses for MEWP – SCISSOR LIFT – EXPERIENCED call or email our office on:
Office: 01387 733731
Email: info@wsmtraining.com
MEWP – SCISSOR LIFT – Refresher Operator
MEWP – SCISSOR LIFT – Refresher Operator for personnel who are currently formally trained and have RTITB certification or equivalent to operate MEWP – Scissor Lift and who wish to refresh and reaffirm their driving skills.
- Course Duration: 1 Day (8:30am to 4:30pm)
- Maximum Instructor/Candidate Ratio: 1:3
- RTITB Certification: This then enables the candidate to operate MEWP – Scissor Lift (with authorisation) both the photo ID card and certificate are valid throughout the UK and will be recognised by both employment agencies and perspective employers. The candidate’s name and details are kept on a National Operators Registration Scheme database (NORS) for 3 years.
- WSM IN-HOUSE Certification: This is optional, and if employers prefer, we can supply In-House certificates, only allowing the candidates to operate lift trucks / machinery within the company.
Course Content
Successful candidates will gain suitable and sufficient understanding of current relevant legislation, best practice and learn skills and ability in the safe use of MEWP – Scissor lift in line with current approved methods and manufacturer’s instructions.
The course agenda includes:
- Course introduction and induction
- Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 – approved code of practice
- Operator Safety Code
- Pre-use inspection
- Introduction to the machine and its controls
- Machine stability
- Setting up the working area
- Working with site conditions
- Weather condition
- Environmental awareness
- Safe use of hydraulic systems
- Emergency lowering
- Harness usage
- Weight assessment
- Preparing and securing the machine for transport
- Associated Knowledge, Pre-use Inspection and Practical examinations
To reserve a place on one of our courses for MEWP – SCISSOR LIFT – REFRESHER call or email our office on:
Office: 01387 733731
Email: info@wsmtraining.com
MEWP – SCISSOR LIFT – Conversion Operator
MEWP – SCISSOR LIFT – Conversion Operator for current certified fork truck operators wishing to convert their Fork Lift Truck driving qualification and skills to include a MEWP Scissor Lift. Documentary evidence of existing certification must be produced as a prerequisite to attending this course. This course enables the successful trained operator to convert their existing forklift qualification to include the use any pedestrian operated truck (with authorisation) anywhere in the UK.
- Course Duration: 1 Day (8:30am to 4:30pm)
- Maximum Instructor/Candidate Ratio: 1:3
- RTITB Certification: This then enables the candidate to operate MEWP – Scissor Lift (with authorisation) both the photo ID card and certificate are valid throughout the UK and will be recognised by both employment agencies and perspective employers. The candidate’s name and details are kept on a National Operators Registration Scheme database (NORS) for 3 years.
- WSM IN-HOUSE Certification: This is optional, and if employers prefer, we can supply In-House certificates, only allowing the candidates to operate lift trucks / machinery within the company.
Course Content
Successful candidates will gain suitable and sufficient understanding of current relevant legislation, best practice and learn skills and ability in the safe use of MEWP Scissor Lift in line with current approved methods and manufacturer’s instructions.
The course agenda includes:
- Course introduction and induction
- Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 – approved code of practice
- Operator Safety Code
- Pre-use inspection
- Introduction to the machine and its controls
- Machine stability
- Setting up the working area
- Working with site conditions
- Weather condition
- Environmental awareness
- Safe use of hydraulic systems
- Emergency lowering
- Harness usage
- Weight assessment
- Preparing and securing the machine for transport
- Associated Knowledge, Pre-use Inspection and Practical examinations
To reserve a place on one of our courses for MEWP SCISSOR LIFT – CONVERSION call or email our office on:
Office: 01387 733731
Email: info@wsmtraining.com
