Aerial lifts are relatively easy to operate. However, this makes them more than likely to be involved in workplace accidents. Participants will leave this program knowing how to properly operate and inspect aerial lifts, which will reduce the potential for accidents, OSHA Citations, and Liability Exposure.
Aerial Lifts Covered:
- Vehicle-Mounted Aerial Lifts
- Boom Support Aerial Lifts (MEWP)
- Scissors Lifts (MEWP)
Topics & Areas Covered:
- Causes and results of aerial lift accidents
- Different types of aerial lifts
- Types, components and terminology
- How to interpret and use rated capacity charts (Vehicle Mounted)
- How to select the right aerial lift for the job
- Pre-start, Frequent and Annual inspection requirements
- Safe operating procedures and set-up
- How to recognize immediate and potential hazards
- How to perform a pre-start worksite and MEWP inspection
- The aerial lift inspector's role in reducing accidents and liability exposure
- Understanding and applying the tree levels of an aerial lift inspection
- How to comply with OSHA and ANSI/SAIA record keeping requirements
- The correct way to write and document inspection reports
- When to "tag out" the aerial lift
- ANSI/SAIA Responsibilities outlined in the ANSI/SAIA Manual of Responsibilities (ANSI/SAIA A92.22&24)
- How to inspect structural components, control functions, emergency safety devices, etc.
Participants will receive:
- Aerial Lift Operator Workbook
- Aerial Lift Inspector Workbook
- Aerial Platform Safety Manual
- ANSI/SAIA A92.22 & 24 Standards
- ANSI/SAIA Manual of Responsibilities
- Pre-Start and Annual Inspection Checklists
- Inspection Certificate Decal
- Certificate of Training
- Operator and Inspector CIA Certification Cards (Provided the participant meets the experience requirements and pass written exams)
