Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPS)
In 2018 ANSI Update A92.22 and A92.24, These updates addressed the safe operation of boom lifts and scissor lifts in A92.22, while also enhancing the training requirements in A92.24.
A92.22: This standard governs the safe use of MEWPs by specifying proper application, inspection, training, maintenance, repair and safe operation. One of the main requirements is developing a safe use program to guide MEWP use as it relates to job site safety.
A92.24: This standard focuses on ANSI aerial lift training requirements. It provides guidance on preparing MEWP training materials, defines how theoretical and practical training should be delivered and identifies required elements for proper training and familiarization.
MEWP Rescue Planning
A written rescue plan must be created and incorporated into the company’s training procedures which addresses falls from the platform. Rescue planning is necessary to ensure the safe and timely rescue of workers from heights in the event of a MEWP breakdown, platform entanglement or a fall from the platform. The plan should limit the time anyone on the work platform, known as an occupant, is suspended after an arrested fall. The rescue plan can include the following:
- Self-rescue – by person involved
- Assisted rescue – by others at the work site
- Technical rescue – by emergency services
MEWP Qualifications and Training
MEWP-specific training must be provided to operators and their supervisors by a qualified person and must be presented in a both a language and vocabulary the trainee can understand.
Over the next few months you can expect the CSSI staff to emphasis on MEWP safe practices, inspections, rescue plans, and Operator/Supervisor training requirements. We are excited to have three IVES Certified Trainers with Brandon Black, Luke Longman, and Kurt Fiddelke, for more questions on MEWP requirements reach out to Brandon Black, Director of Training and Education at CSSI – [email protected] or 515-577-5198
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