This course is approved by the Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) and the National Plant Operators Registration Scheme (NPORS), which complies with the Health and Safety at work act (1974) and all other regulations regarding operator training.

Learning outcomes

• Identify the basic construction, purpose and function of 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 all pre-use and running checks.
• Carry out emergency lowering procedures.
• Operate controls from ground level, and from within the working platform.
• Travel the MEWP with the platform in a raised position (self-propelled units only). (Boom only)
• Manoeuvre the MEWP involving tight turns and limited access, using both forward and reverse motions.
• Position the platform up to maximum working height.
• Position the platform out to maximum reach. (Boom only)
• Explain precautions to be taken for overhead services and other hazards.
• 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.

Examination and Certification

To achieve the learning outcomes the candidate must complete a theory test and a practical test.
Successful candidates will be entered into the NPORS and CPCS scheme.

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