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Vehicle Mounted Aerial Lifts(CAN)

The Vehicle Mounted Aerial Lifts course teaches workers the essentials of safely operating bucket trucks and similar equipment. Learners review Canadian regulations, equipment parts, inspections, stability basics, and safe operating techniques. By the end, participants know how to check, operate, and maintain aerial lifts with confidence and compliance.

Course Overview

The Vehicle Mounted Aerial Lifts course provides workers with the knowledge needed to operate bucket trucks and similar lift equipment safely. These machines make it easy to reach elevated areas for jobs like utility repairs, road and building maintenance, sign work, and vegetation management. Despite their convenience, they present serious hazards if operators misunderstand how lift components work or overlook key safety practices.

This training walks participants through current Canadian safety regulations, equipment design, and the inspection steps required before each shift. Learners explore how stability principles influence lift performance, how capacity limits protect both workers and equipment, and which jobsite conditions can lead to unsafe operation. The course also covers essential operating techniques, site planning, setup procedures, refuelling safety, and emergency rescue expectations.

By completing this program, learners gain the skills and confidence to inspect, operate, and maintain vehicle-mounted aerial lifts in accordance with Canadian best practices.

Topic Overview

Aerial lift safety depends on understanding the mechanics of the equipment, recognizing worksite hazards, and following established regulations. This course introduces workers to the broader concepts behind safe lift operation, helping them navigate job sites with greater awareness and improved decision-making.

Course Topics

Canadian Standards

Review the national and provincial rules governing aerial lift training and operation
Understand how regulatory requirements shape workplace procedures

Vehicle-Mounted Aerial Lift Anatomy

Break down the major components of the lift and their functions
Learn how safety systems and controls support proper operation

Pre-Shift Inspections

Follow a systematic inspection routine to identify issues early
Determine when equipment must be taken out of service for repairs

Stability Principles

Explore how terrain, weather, slope, and load impact the lift’s stability
Recognize why staying within capacity limits is essential for preventing incidents

Safe Equipment Operation

Learn safe methods for manoeuvring, elevating, and positioning the lift
Understand planning steps, setup considerations, and refuelling precautions

Personal Safety (Mental & Physical)

Identify personal factors that influence an operator’s performance
Understand how to react during tipping or instability events
Follow workplace protocols for emergency communication and reporting

Communication

Learn effective communication methods between lift operators and ground personnel
Understand when radios, signals, or spotters are required

Knowing Your Worksite

Recognize environmental, overhead, and ground hazards before beginning work

Common Workplace Hazards

Identify mechanical, electrical, weather-related, and job-specific risks

Types of Rescue Plans

Understand the components of a rescue plan and how emergency procedures are carried out

Course Duration

This online course takes roughly 90 minutes to finish. Learners may complete the training at their own pace and return anytime.

Pass Mark

The passing requirement for this course is 80%. Participants may attempt the final assessment three times. Built-in knowledge checks throughout the modules help reinforce key concepts.

Certificate Of Completion

After passing the course, learners receive a digital certificate they can download or print, confirming their completion of aerial lift safety training.

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