The internationally recognised IPAF scissor lift course and cherry picker training course is in place to provide delegates with a range of MEWP training, from cherry picker training to scissor lift training. The course covers accident prevention, safe operational procedures, and emergency descent operations and gives an overview of the responsibilities of employers and employees. Once you’ve completed this scissor lift course and cherry picker training course, you’ll receive your scissor lift licence and cherry picker licence.

This course is a combination of theory and practical training designed to teach delegates how to operate a variety of MEWPs including Static Booms, Mobile Booms and Scissor Lifts. It will teach how to manoeuvre the machines safely and the legislation surrounding the safe use of MEWPs including pre-use checks.

Course Outline:

  • Theory training
  • Theory test
  • Practical training
  • Practical assessment
  • Gain an understanding of all aspects included in working at height
  • Pre-use inspections/handovers
  • Up-to-date, safe operating methods and hazards

What you’ll learn in this IPAF cherry picker training and scissor lift course

  • The different types of MEWP and how they are used
  • Legislation relating to the use of MEWPs
  • What to look out for ahead of using a machine
  • The best practices for driving a machine to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you
  • How to safely work from a MEWP

All delegates will need standard PPE; a hard hat, working boots and a hi-vis jacket or coat.

If you are operating a boom you will need to bring a harness and restraint lanyard that has been inspected in the last 6 months.

If the course is onsite you will be expected to provide a classroom space for the theory, and the machines to be operated, as well as enough space for the practical space, the machine must be able to be raised to ¾ of its total height.

The machine will need an in-date LOLER Certificate. This is a brief explanation, please refer to booking confirmations/joining instructions for more details.

Once booked, please refer to your booking confirmation/joining instructions for full details.