MEWP (Mobile Elevated Work Platforms) – Short Course
The purpose of this course is to equip the learners with the knowledge skills and competence to operate an MEWP (Mobile Elevated Work Platforms) safely and correctly in accordance with the Manufacturer’s handbook
Start Date: 30-11-2026 Hours/week: 31 Hrs 15 Mins Duration: 2 weeks
Learners do not need any previous formal qualification
Age Requirements
Candidates must be over 18 years of age.
Learning Aptitude
• Good Hand/Eye Co-ordination
• Good spatial aptitude
Previous Experience
No previous experience required.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Induction | – | – |
| Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) Mobile Vertical | MEWP Mobile Vertical (LTG16-ABA-3A) | RTITB |
| Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) Mobile Boom | MEWP Mobile Boom (LTG16-ABA-3B) | RTITB |
1.Operate a MEWP safely and correctly in accordance with the Manufacturer’s handbook
2.Clearly understand the causes of instability while operating a MEWP
3.Be able to carry out correctly, a pre-use inspection of the MEWP
4.Work safely at height
5.Understand fully the procedures for the emergency lowering of the MEWP in the event of an emergency