Duration: 3 days of training which includes a formative assessment and 1 day of WorkSafe Assessment which includes but not restricted to:
Required knowledge:
Appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation of loads, to ensure that the elevating work platform is not overloaded
Commonwealth, state or territory OH&S legislation, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for conducting elevating work platform operations
Ability to read and comprehend manufacturer’s instructions, procedures and safety signs
Understanding of elevating work platform operations and operating techniques
Emergency procedures and safety equipment, including the use of safety harness, energy absorber, lanyard and anchor points
Understanding of organisational and workplace standards, requirements, policies and procedures for conducting elevating work platform operations
Understanding of the hierarchy of hazard identification and control
Procedures for the recording, reporting and maintenance of workplace records and information, including the use of the service logbook
Typical routine problems encountered in the process and with equipment and adjustments required for correction
Required skills:
Accurately record and maintain information relating to elevating work platform operations
Assess ground conditions to confirm that the site is suitable (e.g. firm, level and safe) to extend and travel the elevating work platform
Complete the positioning, stabilising, set up of elevating work platforms, including the use of outriggers/stabilisers and packing
Operate mobile elevating work platform using best mobile practice
Use communication skills at a level sufficient to communicate with other site personnel
Operate and control an elevating work platform including all functions to their maximum extension within the safe working (rated) capacity
Apply risk assessment and hazard control strategies, including hierarchy of control as applied to the positioning and safe operation of the elevating work platform (particular awareness of the risks associated with overhead powerlines/electrical cables, ground conditions, wind, pedestrians and tipping)
Use and interpret manufacturer’s specifications and data
Identify problems and equipment faults and where practicable demonstrate appropriate response procedures
Course Requirements
100 points of identification
Pens
Calculator
Safety Helmet; boots and Hi vis clothing
About Our Course: Our course will allow you to achieve a Certificate in Operate a Elevated Work Platform, which incorporates all applicable certification requirements. All classes are conducted in English and students should have a sound knowledge of the English language. You will be assessed with both a Theory Exam: and a Practical Test.