MEWPs for Managers - Safe working use of MEWPs and Harness use

Since the introduction of the Work at Height Regulations 2005, there is now greater emphasis on Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs) as the 'safe option for accessing work at height," - but are they really safer? With over 35,000 MEWPs in the U.K, accidents involving them are on the increase.

So where and how does it go wrong?

* Site Assessment: Failure to identify all hazards
* Machine selection: Not getting the right machine for the job
* Planning the work: Failure to evaluate all hazards and eliminate/minimise risks where necessary
* Familiarisation: Lack of understanding of specific machine controls and functions
* Operators: Untrained or unauthorised users
* Supervision: Unsafe practices are allowed to continue or are not addressed
* Inspections: Failure to complete daily pre-use checks and weekly inspections
* Maintenance: Machine defects are not reported or repaired
* Harness: Reluctance to wear restraint lanyard in booms
* Emergency Planning: No contingency plans

Responsibility is not solely the operator's; those who plan, supervise and manage the use of MEWPs, must also be able to demonstrate their competence.

To book your places on any of the course dates below, please contact Harpreet.

Derby – 7th October 2009
Birmingham – 14th October 2009
Luton/Milton Keynes – 21st October 2009