Alberta Boom Lift Training

Boom Lift Training Alberta - Aerial platforms or elevated work platforms are devices which allow workers to perform tasks and duties at elevated heights that will not be otherwise accessible. There are a variety of aerial lifts on the market to perform various applications under different site conditions. If operated carelessly, elevated work platforms could result in serious injury or death. The most common reasons for related accidents are falls, electrocution, tip-overs and crushed body parts. Lift operators must be fully trained in procedures to prevent accidents while operating lifts.

The Aerial Lift Safety program provides needed resources to be able to help those required to learn how to operate these devices more effectively. Through the course, participants would be given thorough instruction. Types of lift covered consist of articulating, boom supported and scissor aerial lifts. The video presents the correct methods operators should follow. Instruction focuses on protection against falls, pre-operational check, safe driving procedure and stability of the device.

The course addresses equipment reliability and employee safety. All instructional materials are compliant with state, government and provincial agency requirements and regulations. Course management and training techniques would be taught. The trainer will likewise know the technical aspects of aerial lift safety.

Both practical training and classroom training are parts of the Aerial Platform/Boom Truck Training program. Both sessions must be completed 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 practically the same for both kinds. The practical part of the training could be finished faster if only one kind of machinery is utilized.

Elevating Work Platform Training Program Objectives:

For the safe operation of Boom-Type Elevating Work Platforms and Self-Propelled Elevating Work Platforms, boom lift training will help operators utilize their machines more efficiently and would reduce the chances of workplace accidents. Trainees will review of applicable rules and business polices, discuss Due Diligence, review Criminal Negligence and consequences to trainers, employers, workers and supervisors. Participants will review equipment features, operating procedures, stability, parking and fueling/charging procedures. Site-specific safety problems would be addressed.

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