This Elevated Work Platform (EWP) course is approximately 4 hours of theory plus practical. The course includes an instructor led PowerPoint presentation, videos, class exercises, multiple choice test, inspection, function test and operation of an EWP.

The student will receive a training credential card for the type of Elevating Work Platform they complete the Practical on (Boom or Scissor or both)

Self-Propelled Boom Supported Elevating Work Platforms (Telescopic / Articulating)

• Standard Referenced CSA-B354.4-02

Self-Propelled Elevating Work Platform (Scissor Lift)

• Standard Referenced CSA-B354.2-01

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