COURSE DESCRIPTION

The OSSA Accredited Elevated Work Platform (EWP) course is approximately 4 hours of theory plus practical which includes an instructor led PowerPoint presentation, videos, class exercises, written knowledge test, inspection and practical use of an EWP

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

The learning objectives of this Elevated Work Platform course are to ensure that students demonstrate an understanding of the following:

  • Legislation and Standards as they relate to Elevated Work Platforms
  • Employer and Worker Responsibilities
  • Elements of Pre-Work Planning
  • Load Limitations and Calculations
  • Stability
  • Pre-Use Check and Visual Inspection
  • Personal Protective Equipment Requirements
  • System Components
  • Working from Heights
  • Platform Types
  • Machine Specific Features
  • Safe Operation
  • The Training and Competency requirements
  • Rescue and Escape Planning
  • Recognition, Evaluation and Control of Hazards

COURSE REGISTRATION

To register a private class or onsite training for Elevated Work Platform please contact us at 780-235-6500 or sfusion@telus.net