Boom Lift Training Calgary

Boom Lift Training Calgary - Aerial platforms or likewise known as elevated work platforms are devices that enable workers to carry out duties and tasks at elevated heights that would not be otherwise reachable. There are different aerial lifts on the market to carry out various applications under different site conditions. If operated carelessly, elevated work platforms can lead to serious injury or death. The most common causes of related accidents are falls, electrocution, crushed body parts and tip-overs. Lift operators should be trained completely in procedures to prevent accidents while operating lifts.

Aerial Lift Safety program is designed for people who must operate the devices more effectively and safely. The course provides thorough instruction about the most used lifting devices within the business.. Types of lift covered consist of scissor, articulating and boom supported aerial lifts. The video presents the proper techniques operators should follow. Instruction focuses on protection against falls, pre-operational inspection, stability of the device and safe driving procedures.

The boom lift training course will help to address equipment reliability and employee safety, making use of materials which are completely compliant with your regional and local requirements and regulations. Course management and training techniques would be taught. The trainer will also know the technical aspects of aerial lift safety.

Both classroom training and practical training are parts of the Aerial Platform/Boom Truck Training course. Both sessions must be finished successfully for the participant to be given a certificate of achievement.

The self-propelled boom-supported elevating work platforms are different from the self-propelled elevating work platforms in that they are able to position their work platforms totally beyond the base of the machinery. The theoretical training component is almost identical for both types. The practical part of the training can be finished more quickly if just one kind of machine is used.

Elevating Work Platform Training Program Objectives:

Aerial Platform/Boom Lift Training provides competency requirements for safely operating Boom-Type Elevating Work Platforms and Self-Propelled Elevating Work Platforms (for use on paved/slab surfaces). Training will help operators to make more efficient use of elevating work platforms while decreasing the chances of a costly workplace accident. Trainees will review of applicable regulations and business polices, talk about Due Diligence, study Criminal Negligence and consequences to trainers, employers, employees and supervisors. Participants will review machine features, operating procedures, stability, parking and charging/fueling procedures. Site-specific safety concerns would be dealt with.

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