Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) – Boom Lift/Cherry Picker

Course Content:

• Name and explain the purpose of principle components, the basic construction, controls and terminology
• Conform with manufacturers requirements as per the handbook, and relevant regulation/legislation
• Undertake all pre-use checks
• Check emergency lowering functions
• Configure and set for site travel
• Travel over level surfaces (all types) and uneven terrain (self-propelled)
• Explain travel procedures and precautions on inclines
• Manoeuvre in confined spaces
• Configure and set for accessing duties
• Position the platform to access a work position
• Explain actions required for hazards, underground and overhead services
• Access working points up to full operating height and reach
• Travel with a raised platform (relevant endorsement)
• Carry out plant shut down and securing procedures

Duration:

The duration of this course is subject to a variety of factors including candidate experience and prior tuition received, delegate numbers, site restrictions etc. Given this, TUTS don’t adopt a ‘one size fits all’ approach to our course delivery. Please speak to one of our trusted advisors to determine a delivery package that’s specific to you and/or your business.  

Location:

• Customer Site (Training Only)
• Corby, Northamptonshire (Training & Testing)
• Cannock, Staffordshire (Training & Testing)
• Birmingham, Midlands (Training & Testing)
• Doncaster, South Yorkshire (Training & Testing)
• Reading, Berkshire (Training & Testing)
• Falmouth, Cornwall (Training & Testing)

CITB Grant available?

Yes – please speak to one of our advisors should you require any further information, what’s more TUTS will even assist in claiming any CITB grants available to you.