MEWP Training Details

Duration: Articulated Boom Training depends on type requested

Delegates: 1 to 4 delegates maximum

Location: Company Site Only

Course Aims: AITT Accredited Training to provide delegates with sufficient information for them to understand the hazards associated with Mobile Elevated Work Platforms and to have effective safe systems of work in place.

Also See: Scissor Lift Training

AITT Accredited Forklift Training Provider

Training Covers:

Articulated Boom (Cherry Picker) training is essential for ensuring safety and compliance of both the operators using the lift and individuals with the work place proximity. It is a fundamental aspect of responsible equipment management and contributes significantly to a productive and safe working environment.

  • Understand their legal obligations under the current regulations
  • Safe operation of an articulated boom
  • The use of harnesses
  • Potentials hazards
  • Structural parts
  • Pre-shift operational checks
  • Understanding the hazards and risks associated with MEWPs
  • Practical training and test
  • Theory test

All delegates receive a AITT accredited certification.

MEWP Articulated Boom used for training in Norfolk
MEWP Articulated Boom used for training

Training Covers:

Novice Training: Is for individuals who have no experience of operating a cherry picker.

Experienced Training: Is for individuals who are regularly operating a cherry picker without a certification or the certificate is over 5 years.

Refresher Training: Is for individuals looking to refresher current skills. The certification must be within 5 years.

Conversion Training: Is for individuals who are looking to gain training on a different truck, converting from one truck to another. The forklift certification must be within 5 years.

The training categories above require different durations times.

Two individuals in safety vests and helmets engaged in forklift training with a tablet in a warehouse setting.

AITT Accredited Trainers – Every trainer is AITT accredited, bringing over 40 years of instructor experience and industry knowledge.

Committed to Inclusion – All our trainers are fully trained in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, ensuring a professional and inclusive learning environment.

Real-World Experience – Our trainers have extensive practical workplace experience, delivering training based on real-life industry knowledge and best practice.