Ventia Safety - Mobile Elevated Work Platform -VOC

Information

The version control will be maintained by the SHEQ team and is controlled via the Safety Equipment Inspections Document 2073838157-15.

What types of site hazards would you incorporate into your TRA
List 5 methods of controlling hazards on site
What precautions must be observed when working near overhead power lines?
How do you determine the allowable load of the MEWP?
How would you find out the safe working distance around power lines in your work area?
At what wind speed would you cease operation of an MEWP?
When an MEWP is fitted with outriggers, can the outriggers impact underground services when deployed?
Can you outline a situation where a spotter would be required whilst operating an MEWP? What must the spotter be familiar with?
Should an MEWP be set up next to an open trench? What general rule should be applied regarding safe working distances for excavations?

Conduct Routine Checks

Can the Operator demonstrate what pre-operational checks would be made prior to starting the machine? • Safety features and alarms: condition and operation • Hydraulic and fluid: levels and leaks • Controls and gauges: operating normally and labelled • EDD: condition, operational and position • ID plates and decals: present and readable • Check machine service is conducted regularly • Familiarise oneself with the operation components of the machine • Tyres: condition • Latch on gate: condition • Outriggers (if fitted): condition • Structural body damage • Condition of access (ladder)
After starting the machine the operator completed function tests of at platform controls and at ground controls
Can the Operator identify the location of the following documentation? • MEWP log book • Company/site Procedures • Operators Manual • SMWS
Has the operator done the following? • Read and signed onto SWMS • Completed PTWC • Completed machine prestart
Can the Operator advise what the safe working load of the MEWP is?

Set up MEWP

If the ground is soft or wet, what steps must be taken to assess the situation and if appropriate, to improve the load distribution under the MEWP?
What do you do if the MEWP you are in seems to be leaning to one side?
If fitted, when should the outriggers be deployed on the MEWP?
What points shall be considered when setting up for the correct use of outriggers?
When operating a MEWP on a suspended floor of a building, what must the operator ensure prior to undertaking his work?
During set up, did the Operator ensure the following? • The MEWP set up was satisfactory in relation to the task to be undertaken • Parking brake firmly applied • Where outriggers are fitted, these are • fully extended and appropriate packed • Steering/brakes: operations • The movement of the basket will not • bring any part of the machine within the • minimum distance from live overhead • conductors as specified • Exclusion zones established and signage • Rotating flashing lights working • Travelling alarm working • All personnel are clear of the patch of the scissor lift while the platform is being lowered to the entry position

Operate MEWP

If the MEWP was to come into contact with the power lines, what must be done?
Under what conditions can the SWL of the platform/basket capacity be exceeded?
When may a self-propelled MEWP be driven in an elevated position?
Can you mobile an MEWP across the side of a hill? Explain your answer
Can the Operator demonstrate the sequence of events involved in raising, and lowering the platform/basket? Were the following points considered? • Assess task requirements, height, radius and any workplace hazards • Ensure the MEWP is set on solid foundations • Extend outriggers fully • Place pig-sty packing under outriggers to distribute load over a larger area • Ensure access to and from platform/basket is suitable and safe • Raise and lower the platform/basket • Extend the platform (scissor lift only) • Demonstrate all directions of travel • Operate EDD controls
Did the Operator demonstrate skills required to meet project levels?
Can the operator demonstrate how to remove the console and operate the MEWP from outside the basket for manoeuvring through doorways and other restricted head clearance areas?
Did the Operator demonstrate sufficient knowledge of Plant Risk Assessment?
Did the Operator monitor exclusion zones during works?

Shut Down MEWP

What post operation checks are required to be performed on an MEWP?
List 3 locations you should avoid parking an MEWP
Can the Operator demonstrate the steps involved in shutting down an MEWP? Were the following points considered? • Identify all obstructions and site hazards • Lower platform/basket • Retract outriggers • Lock platform/basket of carrier to prevent excessive movement • Stowe away packing utilised • Shut down motor • Disembark from platform/basket • Isolate MEWP