This course is specifically designed for all personnel who are required to operate an Cherry Picker as part of their work and aims to provide them with a thorough understanding with the relevant operational and safety requirements. It is suitable for both those with little or no experience and those wanting to formalise previously gained experience in order to gain a recognised qualification.

The course duration is 4 days and will take place at our CPCS approved test centre.

The course contents are:

•  Identify the basic construction, purpose and function of components and the purpose and use of all controls and gauges.

• Identify and comply with manufacturers’ instructions in accordance with the operator’s handbook, other information sources i.e. duties charts, and applicable legislation.

• Explain all relevant documentation.

• Explain all displayed information on the machine.

• Carry out all pre-use and running checks.

• Carry out emergency lowering procedures.

• Operate controls from ground level, and from within the working platform.

• Travel the MEWP with the platform in a raised position (self-propelled units only). (Boom only)

• Manoeuvre the MEWP involving tight turns and limited access, using both forward and reverse motions.

• Position the platform up to maximum working height.

• Position the platform out to maximum reach. (Boom only)

• Explain precautions to be taken for overhead services and other hazards.

• Keep within safe working parameters.

• Place the machine in an out-of-service condition.

• Explain the loading and unloading procedures on and off a transporter.

Course outcomes:

On completion of the course your employee will be able to:

• Know the capabilities of the machine, its purpose and limitations

• Know safety precautions necessary for the correct operation of the machine

• Be able to carry out effective routine adjustments and servicing procedures when necessary