The Aerial Lift Trainer program is intended for companies that need to prepare internal team members to deliver boom lift and scissor lift training and conduct practical evaluations within their organization.
Company trainers and evaluators can include:
- Safety managers or coordinators running aerial lift training programs.
- Ops managers, supervisors, or team leads designated to train and evaluate boom lift and scissor lift operators.
- Experienced operators tasked with conducting aerial lift familiarization and practical evaluations.
- Organizations qualifying multiple MEWP trainers and evaluators across several facilities.
- Employers establishing or expanding an internal aerial lift training program.
The program focuses on the instructional framework, knowledge, and evaluation techniques required of designated aerial lift trainers and evaluators, and is aligned with OSHA, ANSI/SAIA A92.22, A92.24, and CSA B354,
The following mobile elevating work platforms are covered in the training:
- Scissor Lifts (Group A)
- Boom Lifts (Group B — Telescopic and Articulating)
Practical Evaluations
This online program helps employers qualify internal employees to become competent practical evaluators and is often used in a blended learning strategy. For example, employers will train their MEWP operators with our aerial lift online certification and then qualify one or more internal practical evaluators using this program.
Aligned with OSHA, ANSI, and CSA mobile elevating work platform standards, the MEWP trainer & evaluator online program is organized into clear sections that cover both classroom instruction and hands-on evaluation of aerial lift operators.
Part 1: MEWP Fundamentals
- MEWP Introduction and Overview
- MEWP Types, Anatomy, and Components
- MEWP Hazards
- Stability, General Operation, Safety.
- Quizzes
Part 2: The Adult Learner
- Adult Learner Introduction
- Learning Styles
- Representational Systems
- Alternate Learning Styles
- Module Quiz
Part 3: Being a Trainer
- Trainer Roles and Responsibilities
- Your Attitude
- Your Knowledge
- Your Skills
- Professionalism and Poise
- Facilitating vs. Presenting
- Module Quiz
Part 4: Training Methodology and Design
- Training Methods
- Group Training Methods
- Individual Training Methods
- Buying vs. Creating Training Materials
- Module Quiz
Part 5: Training Classes and Workshops
- Defining the Purpose of Your Training
- Defining Objectives
- Establishing Your Expertise
- Building Credibility
- Managing Time Effectively
- Dealing with Disruptive Participants
- Handling Difficult Personalities
- Summarizing Your Content
- Module Quiz
Part 6: Practical Evaluations
- Evaluating Your MEWP Operators
- Preparation
- Maneuvering and General Practice
- Lifting and Lowering
- Slopes
- Fuel Sources
- MEWP Practicals Quiz
- Final Exam
The MEWP Instructor & Evaluator program is designed in alignment with the following aerial lift safety standards and regulatory requirements:
- OSHA 29 CFR 1926.453 – Aerial Lifts (Construction)
- ANSI/SAIA A92.22 – Safe Use of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms
- ANSI/SAIA A92.24 – Training Requirements for Mobile Elevating Work Platforms
- CSA B354 – Mobile Elevating Work Platforms
