SafetyBC Kelowna

Please Note:

• In-person courses include complimentary refreshments and light snacks during breaks to help you stay focused and energized throughout the day
• Government-issued ID is required at check-in for certification
• All students MUST park on street - parking is FREE!

This course is provided by Energy Safety Canada, the national safety association for Canada's energy industry, dedicated to improving safety performance through training and resources.

As the operator of a mobile elevating work platform (MEWP), you have the sole responsibility for carrying out tasks safely and efficiently. Establishing good habits and maintaining a consistent, focused approach to safe operations of the MEWP are critical. Through a combination of theory and practical application, this course provides basic operator training for working with Type 3, Group B MEWPs with a focus on managing hazards and selecting, inspecting, and operating a mobile elevating work platform.

While this basic course can be used as part of a worker's competency assessment, the employer must designate a worker as a "competent person" based on specific tasks assigned. Upon successful completion of the course and examination with a minimum score of 70%, you will receive a Certificate that is valid for three years.

Prerequisite:

A valid Fall Protection certificate (Must be ESC certified if working in Oil & Gas)

MANDATORY for equipment practical:

• • • • Copy of your fall protection certificate
      • Safety footwear
      • Highly visible vest
      • Hard hat
      • Safety glasses

Course Credits:

• 2 - CCA Gold Seal Credit