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Aerial Lifts in Industrial and Construction Environments: Types of Lifts and Their Hazards

Aerial Lifts in Industrial and Construction Environments: Types of Lifts and Their Hazards' is an interactive course designed to meet the training requirements of OSHA's "Mobile Elevated Work Platforms" (MEWPs) standard. It introduces different types of aerial lifts, the potential hazards associated with their use, and the critical safety standards to be adhered to when operating or working in the vicinity of an aerial lift.

Aerial Lifts in Industrial and Construction Environments: Types of Lifts and Their Hazards

COURSE OVERVIEW

This course imparts essential knowledge for employees regarding the safe operation of aerial lifts in industrial and construction settings. After finishing the course, employees should:
  – Understand the various types of aerial lifts and their operation.
  – Be aware of how the ANSI Standard impacts the design and functioning of aerial lifts.
  – Identify the potential risks associated with the use of aerial lifts.

1926.453 – Safety and Health Regulations for Construction; 29 CFR 1910.67 – Powered Platforms, Manlifts, and Vehicle-Mounted Work Platforms; 1910.269(p)- Operations near energized lines or equipment; 1926.21-Safety training and education; 1926.502-Fall protection systems criteria and practices; ANSI/SIA A92.2-1969-Vehicle-Mounted Elevating and Rotating Aerial Devices; ANSI/SIA A92.3-Manual of Responsibilities for Dealers; ANSI/SIA A92.5-Boom-Supported Elevating Work Platforms; ANSI/SIA A92.6-Additional Information.

COURSE TOPICS

The Aerial Lifts in Industrial and Construction Environments: Types of Lifts and Their Hazards online course encompasses the following subjects: 

  • OSHA and ANSI Standards for MERPs
  • Establishing a “Safe Use Program” for Aerial Lifts
  • Training Mandates for Operators and Occupants of Lifts
  • Identifying and Steering Clear of Hazards Linked to Aerial Lifts

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

Roughly 45 minutes

PASS MARK

A score of 80% or above is required to successfully pass this course.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and printing.

COURSE PREVIEW

Course Details

Course Length

This course will take roughly 45 minutes

Passing Mark

To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz

Certificate

Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print

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