Lesson 1Finding the maker’s inspection list and operator guidesThis part teaches how to find and understand the maker’s inspection list and operator guides. Learners ensure they use the right papers, follow the needed steps, and grasp limits, cautions, and procedures specific to the model.
Finding the right operator and service guidesReading model-specific cautions and limitsFollowing the maker’s inspection listUnderstanding how often inspections are neededAccessing digital or built-in papersLesson 2Power system and electrical checks: batteries, cables, dynamo, and isolation stepsThis part covers MEWP power system and electrical checks. Learners look at batteries, motors, cables, dynamos, and isolation tools, making sure connections are firm, charge is right, and shutdown is safe before using the platform.
Checking batteries, fluid, and connectionsLooking at motor oil, coolant, and fuel systemsInspecting cables, joins, and wiring pathsTesting dynamo output and charge lightsUsing lockout and electrical isolation methodsLesson 3Hydraulic system checks: pipes, joins, fluid amounts, leaks, and piston strengthThis part shows how to check MEWP hydraulic systems for leaks, damage, and issues. Learners inspect pipes, joins, pistons, and fluid levels, spotting conditions that could cause sudden moves, loss of hold, or harm to the land.
Inspecting pipes, joins, and quick linksChecking hydraulic fluid amount and dirtLooking at pistons, rods, and seals for damageSpotting active leaks and drip patternsDealing with leaks and land protectionLesson 4Control functions test: main, backup, dead-man, and emergency dropThis part explains how to test all MEWP control functions before use. It includes main and backup controls, dead-man switches, speed caps, and emergency drop, ensuring the machine reacts right and stops safely on command.
Testing ground and platform main controlsChecking backup and extra control spotsLooking at dead-man controls and start switchesConfirming steady speed and smooth runningTesting emergency stop and emergency dropLesson 5Inspection records: filling pre-start forms, fault marking, and hold/lockout stepsThis part covers how to fill MEWP pre-start inspection records properly. Learners practise noting findings, marking faulty units, and using hold or lockout steps to stop use until fixes are checked and noted.
Filling daily pre-start inspection formsNoting faults, patterns, and next stepsUsing fault marks and out-of-use tagsPutting in hold and lockout stepsKeeping and holding inspection recordsLesson 6Tyres, tracks, axles, and supports: wear, pressure, straightness, and ground touch areasThis part deals with checking tyres, tracks, axles, and supports. Learners check wear, pressure, straightness, and ground touch, ensuring the MEWP has good hold, grip, and steadiness on the planned surface before lifting.
Inspecting tyre wear, cuts, and side damageChecking tyre pressure and foam fillInspecting tracks, wheels, and tight systemsChecking axles, centres, and steering partsVerifying support pads and ground touchLesson 7Reporting and escalation: faulty gear reporting, stop-work power, and fix check papersThis part explains how to spot unsafe MEWP conditions, use stop-work power, and note faults. It covers reporting paths, isolation steps, fix checks, and record-keeping to keep broken units out of use.
Spotting key and minor MEWP faultsUsing stop-work power and refusing unsafe gearInternal reporting paths and talk flowMarking, locking out, and taking units from useNoting fixes and back-to-use checksLesson 8Safety devices and emergency systems: alarms, locks, platform weight sensor, and drop systemsThis part covers checking and testing MEWP safety devices and emergency systems. Learners confirm alarms, locks, weight sensors, and emergency drop features to keep the platform safe in normal and odd operations.
Testing tilt, overload, and move alarmsConfirming locks and limit switchesChecking platform weight-sensing and sensorsInspecting emergency stop and emergency dropTesting hand drop and ground control systemsLesson 9Visual walk-around: arm, platform, controls, rails, and weld conditionsThis part guides a full MEWP walk-around check. Learners examine arms, platforms, controls, rails, welds, and build parts, spotting cracks, bends, rust, and missing bits before working at height.
Inspecting arm parts and joint pointsChecking platform floor, entry gate, and foot boardsVerifying rails, mid-rails, and tie pointsInspecting visible welds and build membersChecking stickers, signs, and safety labels
