CPCS A25 Mobile Elevating Work Platform - Scissor
Course Aims
To provide thorough practical and theory training in operating a MEWPS - Scissor, to enable the candidate to competently and safely carry out the role and pass the CPCS Theory and Practical Tests.
Course Content
- Name and explain the purpose of principle components, the basic construction, controls and terminology
- Conform with manufacturers requirements as per the operators handbook, other types of information source and relevant regulations and legislation
- Undertake all pre-use checks
- Check emergency lowering functions
- Configure and set plant equipment for site travel
- Travel over inclines on level surfaces
- Explain travel procedures and precautions over rough terrain and inclines
- Manoeuvre in confined spaces
- Configure and set plant for accessing duties
- Position the platform to access a work position
- Explain actions required for hazards, underground and overhead services
- Access working points up to full operating height
- Travel with a raised platform (where applicable) and employ extension units
- Carry out shut down and securing procedures
- Explain the loading and unloading procedures for machine transporting
Duration of Training
| Number of Training Days Required Novice (Less than 1 years or no operational experience) | Number of Training Days Required if an Intermediate (1-2 Years Operational Experience) | Number of training days required if experienced (2+ years operational experience) | Test Only Option |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 1 | 1/2 |
Test
To achieve the Red CPCS Trained Operator Card candidates must pass both the CSCS touch screen H+S test (within the last 2 years) and the CPCS Theory Test and the Practical Test.
Location
CITP Ltd, Silver Birches Yard, Reading Road, Padworth Common, Berkshire, RG7 4QL
Costs:
TESTING ONLY (1/2 DAY)
Dates on application
£POA p/p * CITB Grant Available - Please see CITB website or call for details.
EXPERIENCED (2 DAYS SPLIT)
Dates on application
£POA p/p * CITB Grant Available - Please see CITB website or call for details.
NOVICE (5 DAYS CONSECUTIVE)
Dates on application
£POA p/p * CITB Grant Available - Please see CITB website or call for details.
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