Aerial Lifts/Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP) Safety

MEWPS Objective
Regulatory Reference
1 Topic
OSHA Regs 1926.453
MEWP Terminology and Classification
Unsafe Aerial Lifts
MEWPS Training
1 Topic
MEWPS Re-Training
MEWPS Capacity Plates
MEWPS Equipment Pre-Inspection
2 Topics
MEWP Pre Inspection
MEWP Lift Components
WEPS Workplace Pre-Inspection
WEPS Safety Information
MEWPS What causes Safety Hazards?
3 Topics
Major Safety Hazards
MEWP Hazard Precautions
MEWP Risk Assessments
MEWPS Set Up
2 Topics
MEWPS Ground Controls
Anchor Points
MEWPS Fall Hazards
1 Topic
MEWPS Preventing Falls
Improper use of an MEWP
1 Topic
Sail Effects
MEWP Preventing Tip-Overs
MEWP Rescue
5 Topics
MEWP Rescue Options
MEWP Self Rescue
Secondary MEWP
MEWP Technical Rescue Considerations
MEWP Rescue Plans
Final Test – Aerial Lifts MEWP
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Sail Effects

Aerial Lifts/Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP) Safety Improper use of an MEWP Sail Effects
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Sail Effect

The Sail Effect (Side Force Caused by Wind). Extreme care must be taken when objects are placed or affixed to the basket of a MEWP. Large flat surfaces can act like a sail and can potentially have an adverse effect on the machine. Any accessories must be approved by the MEWP Manufacturer.

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