Description

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The Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) - 1A Static Vertical (Personnel Lift) course provides learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely inspect, operate and manoeuvre 1A static vertical Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs), commonly referred to as personnel lifts, in accordance with current health and safety legislation, recognised industry best practice and the relevant AITT operator training standard.

Combining classroom-based learning with practical operator training, delegates will develop the knowledge, practical skills and confidence required to carry out pre-use inspections, position and operate static vertical MEWPs safely, work at height effectively and undertake routine operator checks whilst minimising risks to themselves, other personnel and the surrounding environment.

Training is delivered in accordance with the relevant AITT operator training category, ensuring a structured, competence-based programme combining theoretical knowledge with practical workplace application.

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Who Should Attend?

• Personnel required to operate 1A static vertical MEWPs (personnel lifts).
• Maintenance engineers.
• Facilities management personnel.
• Construction operatives.
• Warehouse and industrial maintenance staff.
• Contractors working at height.
• Anyone required to safely operate a 1A static vertical MEWP in the workplace.

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What You Will Learn

• Relevant health and safety legislation and operator responsibilities.
• Categories and applications of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs).
• Hazards associated with working at height.
• Hazard identification and risk assessment.
• Selection and correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Pre-use inspections and defect reporting.
• Safe positioning and setup of static vertical MEWPs.
• Machine controls and operating functions.
• Safe elevation, lowering and emergency procedures.
• Working safely at height.
• Site safety, exclusion zones and environmental considerations.
• Routine operator maintenance and daily checks.

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Practical Training

• Carrying out pre-use inspections and functional checks.
• Positioning the MEWP safely for work activities.
• Familiarisation with machine controls.
• Safe operation of a 1A static vertical MEWP.
• Working safely at height.
• Emergency lowering procedures.
• Parking, shutdown and post-use inspections.

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Assessment

Delegates are assessed throughout the course through practical observation and instructor questioning to confirm their knowledge, understanding and practical operating competence. Assessment is conducted against the relevant AITT operator training standard for the machine category being delivered.

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Certification

Upon successful completion of the course and associated assessment, delegates will receive an AITT Certificate of Basic Operator Training for the relevant machine category.

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Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements. Delegates should be physically capable of safely operating a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) and possess a sufficient understanding of spoken and written English to fully participate in training and assessment.

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Course Duration

Course duration will vary depending on delegates' previous experience, the number of delegates attending and the programme being delivered. Training may be provided for novice operators, experienced operators, refresher training or category conversion, in accordance with AITT guidance and employer requirements. The duration is also dependent upon the number of machine categories being completed during the programme.

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