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Scissors Lift Operation Training Course
Introduction:
The main objective of the OSHA Aerial & Scissor Lift Safety Course is to provide construction workers with the necessary knowledge and skills to safely operate aerial and scissor lifts. This comprehensive training program guides workers through a step-by-step process, ensuring they understand and comply with OSHA regulations and manufacturers' safety requirements for operating these types of lifts.
Throughout the course, participants will gain insights into the potential hazards associated with aerial and scissor lifts and learn how to address critical areas before and during lift operations. Aerial and scissor lifts play a crucial role in the construction industry and other sectors, offering versatility in various applications. However, it is important to be aware of the specific operating hazards that each type of lift presents.
By completing this course, you will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance worksite safety when working on or around aerial and scissor lifts. The training will emphasize maximizing safety precautions to mitigate risks and ensure a safe working environment.
Course Objectives:
At the end of the course, the delegates will be able to:
- Encourage safe practices for other employees. With this training, you'll acquire the building blocks and fundamentals for smart, safety-minded activity regardless of the work environment — warehouses, distribution centers, and more.
- Enhance your job prospects. For aerial lift operators, proper training is imperative. After earning your certificate in aerial and scissor lifts, you may have a better chance of securing employment than job candidates who don't have this training.
- Contribute to a safer work environment. Because you'll be aware of the latest safety practices and regulations, you'll be less likely to experience workplace accidents, fines, and negative audit findings.
- The importance of aerial and scissor lift safety
- Types of aerial and scissor lifts
- Applicable OSHA standards
- Pre- and post-use inspections
- Specific precautions for preventing falls, tip-overs, electrocution, and other common hazards
- You will also learn safety procedures to follow before, during, and after aerial or scissor lift use.
- Introduction to Aerial and Scissor Lift Safety
- Types of Aerial and Scissor Lifts
- Safety Procedures Before Use
- Safety Precautions During Use
- Safety Procedures After Use
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for health and safety directors, field supervisors, engineers, safety professionals, site managers, and anyone seeking a better knowledge of the Aerial & Scissor Lift Safety and regulations that govern workplace safety requirements.
Course Outlines:
Main Topics:
- OSHA Standards for Aerial and Scissor Lifts
- Definitions of Lift Related Terms
- Aerial & Scissor Lifts Accidents, Fatalities, and Causes
- Fall Protection
- Operating Instructions
- OSHA Safe Work Practices
- Scissor Lifts Operator Training
- Lift Operator Responsibilities
Introduction to Aerial and Scissor Lift Safety
- List the most common types of accidents and hazards related to aerial and scissor lifts
- Identify the OSHA standards that apply to aerial and scissor lifts
- Sections in this module include:
- Types of Accidents and Hazards
- Trips, Falls, and Catapulting
- Tip-Overs
- Electrocutions and Contact Injuries
- Applicable OSHA Standards
- Aerial Lifts: CFR 1926.453 and 1926.454
- Scissor Lifts: CFR 1926.451, 1026.452(w) and 1926.454
Types of Aerial and Scissor Lifts
- Define aerial lifts and give examples
- Define scissor lifts and give examples
- List situations or conditions under which various types of lifts should be used
- List the criteria for choosing an aerial or scissor lift for a particular job
- Sections in this module include:
- Aerial Lifts
- Types
- Examples
- Scissor Lifts
- Examples
- Choosing the Right Lift
Safety Procedures before Use
- Explain the importance of receiving proper training before using an aerial or scissor lift
- Describe the importance of and procedures for inspecting aerial and scissor lifts and surveying the area before use
- Explain how keeping lifts in good condition promotes workers' safety and avoids costly equipment repairs
- Sections in this module include:
- Getting Properly Trained
- Completing a Pre-Use Inspection
- Why Inspections Are Important
- Vehicle Components
- Lift Components
- If the Equipment Fails Inspection
- Surveying the Area
Safety Precautions during Use
- List precautions for preventing trips and falls, catapulting, electrocution, and contact injuries while using an aerial or scissor lift
- State the OSHA requirements for fall protection or fall restraint for workers using aerial or scissor lifts
- Explain how to prevent aerial and scissor lifts from tipping over during use
- Sections in this module include:
- Preventing Trips, Falls, and Catapulting
- Using Fall Protection and Fall Restraint
- Preventing Tip-Overs
- Preventing Electrocution and Contact Injuries
Safety Procedures after Use
- Identify the aerial and scissor lift components that must be secured after use
- Describe how to limit or prevent unauthorized access to the equipment
- Explain the importance of following manufacturer guidelines for a specific aerial or scissor lift
- Sections in this module include.