Description
Mobile Elevating
Work Platforms Training
Course Details
Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (EWPs) such as scissor lifts and boom lifts can be safe solutions to working at height challenges. Unfortunately, lack of training, improper use and defective equipment has led to serious incidents involving workers in Ontario.
Course Details
Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (EWPs) such as scissor lifts and boom lifts can be safe solutions to working at height challenges. Unfortunately, lack of training, improper use and defective equipment has led to serious incidents involving workers in Ontario.
Equipment Evaluation by Training Location
As part of your Mobile Elevating Work Platform training, you’ll complete a practical evaluation on specific equipment that varies by training location. Please review the information below to ensure you are aware of what equipment will be available during your practical assessment:
Waterloo Training Centre: Practical evaluation will be conducted on a Scissor Lift and/or an Articulating Boom Lift.
London Training Centre: Practical evaluation will be conducted on a Scissor Lift only.
Note: The availability of specific equipment may vary based on operational needs. If you require certification on a particular type of lift, please contact our team before booking to ensure the appropriate equipment will be available.
Materials Provided:
Course materials and participant workbooks.
Certificate Issued:
Upon completion, students will be issued a certificate and wallet card showing proof of their training.
No Charge Cancellation:
If you cannot attend, contact us at least 5 business days prior to receive a full refund.
What The Course Includes
The EWP course has been constructed to prepare operators for the safe use of EWPs. The theory module covers all classes of EWPs, while the practical module covers only the type of EWP used in the participant`s workplace.
Legislation & Standards
Hazards & Safe Work Practices
Platform Stability
Classes & Features of EWPs
Upcoming Training Courses
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Need to train your entire team at once? Our private sessions bring expert instructors directly to your workplace, delivering customized training tailored to your specific equipment, procedures, and safety challenges. Whether at your facility or one of our training centres, we’ll work with your schedule and operational needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who should take the Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP) training?
This course is designed for workers who operate or work around mobile elevating work platforms, including scissor lifts, boom lifts, and other aerial lifts. It is also recommended for supervisors and team leads responsible for overseeing MEWP operations.
Are there prerequisites required before enrolling?
No prerequisites are required. Participants only need to wear appropriate safety footwear and be physically able to operate and climb on MEWPs.
Is this training sufficient for all work at heights?
This training focuses on safe MEWP operation. Depending on your work environment, additional training, such as fall protection or working at heights, may be required to meet overall health and safety obligations.
Why Choose Our Training
For 30 years, ACUTE has been Southwestern Ontario’s trusted partner for comprehensive safety training, on-site services, and consulting solutions. We don‘t just teach safety, we build safer workplaces.
Proven Track Record
Three decades serving Southwestern Ontario’s industrial, construction, and manufacturing sectors with measurable safety improvements.
Expert Team
Our safety professionals combine extensive field experience with industry expertise to deliver practical solutions that work.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
Our facilities feature specialized training equipment and simulation environments, with our Waterloo location serving as our flagship Safety Centre of Excellence.
Training Hub Locations Across Ontario
We provide accessible training locations across Ontario equipped and designed to facilitate experience-based, practical learning. Whether at our facilities in Waterloo, London, or other regional centres, our public classes bring together safety professionals in environments designed for interactive discussion and hands-on learning.
Southwestern Ontario Training Centres
Central Ontario Training Centres
Have Questions?
Whether you need to register for a public course or want to discuss private training for your team, our safety experts are here to help. With nearly 30 years of experience serving Ontario workplaces, ACUTE delivers practical, hands-on training that prepares your team for real-world safety challenges. Contact us today to start the discussion.
