MEWP - Mobile Elevated Work Platform (NPTC)

Program Overview

MEWP – Mobile Elevated Work Platform (NPTC)

Overview

Learn to work from a MEWP in this one day integrated training and assessment programme, which is NPTC City & Guilds approved.

Full Description

We can train you on the following machine types:

• Vehicle mounted up to 26 metres
• Trailer mount / push around
• Scissor lift
• Self-propelled boom or spider

Your training will take into account the operational differences relevant to that machine.

Topics you will cover include:

• Health and safety
• Legislation
• Maintenance
• Safety checks
• Operation
• Preparing the platform for transport

The instructor/student ratio is 1:2.

Who Should Attend?

This course is for anyone wishing to work from a MEWP.

Dates

Please note that dates are not currently available.

Where You'll Study

Your Faculty

At Writtle College, our courses blending classroom learning with hands-on experience in specialised fields such as sport, agriculture, horticulture, animal studies, equine studies, conservation and floristry.

Our Level 2 and Level 3 programmes are designed to prepare you for your future career or higher education pathways.

Study on our beautiful countryside campus, with dedicated resource centres and state-of-the-art facilities – and be a part of our supportive community.

Where Can I Study?

Writtle Campus

Our picturesque 150-hectare campus is situated in the heart of the Essex countryside.

Fees & Funding

Course Fees

Bookings of up to 2 people

£900

Entry Requirements

This intensive practical course requires a good level of physical fitness and an ability to study written technical information. The module requires reading and interpreting of information such as safety instructions and technical knowledge.

We are governed by Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations therefore candidates will not be allowed to start the course without wearing steel toe capped boots or shoes, gloves and suitable protective clothing which provides full cover for arms and legs. We strongly recommend also wearing a high visibility vest.

By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in this course.

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