At the end of this course, participants will be able to use Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) and forklifts and perform a self-assessment for operator’s competence evaluation for safety and legal standards of practice within the industry.

Forklift and MEWP Risks

• Identification of risks which may include falling, collision, and tipping while using and operating a forklift or MEWP.
• Understanding of workspace as a surrounding could pose risks to injury or accident(s).

Safety Regulations for Forklifts and MEWPs

• Obtain OSHA, ISO, and local MEWP and forklift use legislation and regulations bound by space and locality.
• Identify an aspect of the workplace that needs standard operating procedure(s) in preemergence of an accident.

Operating Techniques for MEWPs and Forklifts

• Correct operation of MEWP and forklift by turning, lifting, and driving them to restricted areas.
• Obligation to make sure diagnoses are done before use on equipment that will not pose dangers and be safe for use.

Evaluation of Competence and Operators

• Demonstration and understanding of MEWP and forklift along with practical skills evaluate operator’s competence, skills and knowledge.
• Understand how to implement and evaluate continual training for operators to increase performance in safety as a competency.

Emergencies and First Aid Involving Forklifts and MEWP Accidents

• Familiarize yourself with the proper emergency procedures for incidents involving forklifts and MEWPs whether it be an accident, spill, or mechanical breakdown.
• Be knowledgeable on basic first aid treatment of injuries related to operation of forklift and MEWP such as fractures, crush injuries, and falls.

Training will be conducted via Microsoft Team Meeting, online. Meeting invites will be shared on the day before the first day of training.

Successful candidates will be awarded with completion certificate awarded by Phoenix Safety Consultants UK

This course will be useful for a wide range of professionals including but not limited to:

• Safety managers and coordinators having major responsibilities of occupational safety and health.
• Supervisors and team leaders
• Environmental health and safety specialists
• Construction workers and site managers
• Manufacturing and industrial plant workers
• Human resources personnel for better understanding of occupational safety and health to support business continuity
• Facility managers
• Risk and insurance managers
• Health and safety consultants
• Office and administrative workers
• Anyone who wants to develop a deeper understanding of the principles and practices of occupational health and safety, and how to minimize workplace hazards and ensure the well-being of employees.
• Anyone carrying out work forklift safety, including employees and the self-employed; and safety consultants and advisers.

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All students must achieve a minimum 70% score to successfully pass the examination.