Lesson 1Identifying manufacturer’s inspection checklist and operator manualsThis lesson teaches how to find and review the manufacturer’s inspection checklist and operator manuals. Participants ensure they use the right documents, adhere to steps, and grasp limits, warnings, and model-specific procedures for safe operation.
Locating the correct operator and service manualsReading model-specific warnings and limitationsFollowing the manufacturer’s inspection checklistUnderstanding inspection frequency requirementsAccessing digital or on-board documentationLesson 2Powertrain and electrical checks: batteries, wiring, alternator, and isolation proceduresThis lesson examines MEWP powertrain and electrical system inspections. Participants check batteries, engines, wiring, alternators, and isolation devices, ensuring secure connections, proper charge, and safe shutdown before platform use.
Inspecting batteries, electrolyte, and terminalsChecking engine oil, coolant, and fuel systemsInspecting wiring, connectors, and harness routingTesting alternator output and charging indicatorsApplying lockout and electrical isolation stepsLesson 3Hydraulic system checks: hoses, fittings, fluid levels, leaks, and cylinder integrityThis lesson covers inspecting MEWP hydraulic systems for leaks, damage, and issues. Participants examine hoses, fittings, cylinders, and fluid levels, spotting risks of sudden movement, support loss, or environmental damage.
Inspecting hoses, fittings, and quick couplersChecking hydraulic fluid level and contaminationExamining cylinders, rods, and seals for damageIdentifying active leaks and seepage patternsResponding to leaks and environmental controlsLesson 4Control functions test: primary, secondary, dead-man, and emergency loweringThis lesson outlines testing all MEWP control functions prior to use, including primary and secondary controls, dead-man switches, speed limits, and emergency lowering to confirm proper response and safe stopping.
Testing ground and platform primary controlsVerifying secondary and auxiliary control stationsChecking dead-man controls and enable switchesConfirming proportional speed and smooth operationTesting emergency stop and emergency loweringLesson 5Inspection records: completing pre-start forms, defect tagging, and detention/lockout proceduresThis lesson addresses accurately completing MEWP pre-start inspection records. Participants document findings, tag defects, and apply detention or lockout to halt use until repairs are confirmed and noted.
Completing daily pre-start inspection formsRecording defects, trends, and follow-up actionsApplying defect tags and out-of-service labelsImplementing detention and lockout proceduresStoring and retaining inspection recordsLesson 6Tires, tracks, axles, and outriggers: wear, pressure, alignment, and ground contact surfacesThis lesson focuses on inspecting tires, tracks, axles, and outriggers. Participants verify wear, pressure, alignment, and ground contact for adequate support, traction, and stability before elevating.
Inspecting tire wear, cuts, and sidewall damageChecking tire pressure and foam-filled conditionInspecting tracks, rollers, and tension systemsChecking axles, hubs, and steering componentsVerifying outrigger pads and ground contactLesson 7Reporting and escalation: defective equipment reporting, stop-work authority, and repair verification documentationThis lesson explains identifying unsafe MEWP conditions, using stop-work authority, and documenting defects. It includes reporting channels, isolation, repair checks, and records to keep faulty units sidelined.
Recognizing critical and noncritical MEWP defectsUsing stop-work authority and refusing unsafe equipmentInternal reporting channels and communication flowTagging, locking out, and removing units from serviceDocumenting repairs and return-to-service checksLesson 8Safety devices and emergency systems: alarms, interlocks, platform load cell, and descent systemsThis lesson involves inspecting and testing MEWP safety devices and emergency systems. Participants confirm alarms, interlocks, load sensors, and descent features for safe platform operation in all scenarios.
Testing tilt, overload, and motion alarmsVerifying interlocks and limit switchesChecking platform load-sensing and load cellsInspecting emergency stop and emergency loweringTesting manual descent and ground control systemsLesson 9Visual walk-around: boom, platform, controls, guardrails, and condition of weldsThis lesson guides a thorough MEWP walk-around inspection. Participants inspect booms, platforms, controls, guardrails, welds, and structures for cracks, deformation, corrosion, and missing parts before height work.
Inspecting boom sections and articulation pointsChecking platform floor, entry gate, and toe boardsVerifying guardrails, midrails, and anchorage pointsInspecting visible welds and structural membersChecking decals, placards, and safety labels
