ELEVATED WORK PLATFORM COURSE

COURSE INFORMATION

This course covers the correct use and handling of Elevating Work Platforms (EWP) over 11 metres in height. Scissor Lifts and Boom type Platforms are included.

The course is competency based, and successful applicants who attain the necessary competence will be eligible to apply for the issue of a National Licence via their State Authority.

COURSE CONTENT - THEORY

•  Acts and Regulations

•  Different types of Elevating Work Platforms

•  Safety equipment - safety harnesses, use and inspection

•  Outriggers and Spring Lockouts

•  Site and Job Planning

•  Setting up the Elevating Work Platform

•  Operation of the Elevating Work Platform

•  Emergency Descent Devices

•  Shut down

PRACTICAL EXERCISES

•  Pre operation checks

•  Site and job Planning

•  Set up Elevating Work Platform

•  Ground level operational checks

•  Operate Elevating Work Platform

•  Shut Down Elevating Work Platform

ASSESSMENT

Assessment is against the National Standard and Assessment Instruments, which are common in all states and territories. Assessors are fully licensed and accredited and we have third party appeal procedures in place that you might access if you disagree with any assessment outcome.