MEWPS

It is envisaged that by the end of this course of training the trainee operator will be able to answer questions on and perform the following:

Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a plant operator

Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer's handbook for the particular machine to be used, and be familiar with other types of information sources and relevant legislation

Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions

Be able to locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions

Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer's and legislative requirements

Check all emergency lowering functions

Safely mount and dismount the machine

Configure the machine for travel

Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely on level / rough ground and inclines in open and confined areas

Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area, including overhead and underground hazards

Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure in readiness to carry out accessing tasks

Carry out accessing tasks, at various points up to full operating height

Travel with platform raised (where applicable)

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation

Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures

It is envisaged that by the end of this course of training the trainee operator will be able to answer questions on and perform the following:

Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a plant operator

Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer's handbook for the particular machine to be used, and be familiar with other types of information sources and relevant legislation

Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions

Be able to locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions

Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer's and legislative requirements

Check all emergency lowering functions

Safely mount and dismount the machine

Configure the machine for travel

Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely on level/rough ground and inclines in open and confined areas

Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area, including overhead and underground hazards

Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure in readiness to carry out accessing tasks

Carry out accessing tasks, at various points up to full operating height

Travel with platform raised (where applicable)

Use platform extension section

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation

Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures