This OSHA Aerial & Scissor Lift Safety Course is specifically designed to assist construction workers in safely operating aerial and scissor lifts. The course provides step-by-step training on scissor lifts, ensuring that workers are well-informed about OSHA and manufacturers' safety requirements for the use of these lifts, as well as the associated hazards. Throughout the course, there are essential areas that must be addressed both before and during the operation of aerial and scissor lifts. Aerial and scissor lifts play a significant role in the construction industry and many other sectors. These versatile lifts come in various types, each with its own applications and operating hazards. The primary focus of this course is to educate participants on how to maximize worksite safety while working on or around aerial and scissor lifts. By completing this training, participants will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to ensure the safe operation of these lifts and mitigate potential risks.

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:

Filters