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 Department:    APPRC

 Course #:    97

 Credits:    1

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    1

 CIP:    n/a

 EPC:    n/a

 REV:    2024

 Course Description  

Designed for both the new and experienced operators of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP). In depth coverage of safety issues and guidelines includes an overview of the various styles and types of MEWPs. Per the new ANSI Standards, the Practical portion will be specific to equipment Group and Type (Example: Group A, Type 3). Operator requirements, inspection procedures and specific limitations and capabilities of the MEWP are also discussed. Conforms to the new ANSI Standards A92.20, A92.22, A92.24.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: None.

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 11

Lab: 0

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Vocational Supplementary Elective  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of current OSHA standards (1926.453) that apply to aerial lifts (boom lifts).
2. Demonstrate an understanding of current OSHA standards (1926.451) that apply to aerial lift platforms (scissor lifts).
3. Correctly identify the hazards associated with operating aerial equipment.
4. Operate basic maneuvers on the aerial equipment safely.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the load limitations in all positions of the aerial equipment.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

1. Current OSHA standards (1926.453) that apply to aerial lifts (boom lifts).
2. Current OSHA standards (1926.451) that apply to aerial lift platforms (scissor lifts).
3. Hazards associated with operating aerial equipment.
4. Basic maneuvers on the aerial equipment safely.
5. Load limitations in all positions of the aerial equipment.