Vaughan Scissor Lift Operator Certification

Vaughan Scissor Lift Operator Certification - North American regulators recommend that worksites need operators of booms, scissor lifts or aerial work platforms to get certification training. Scissor lift operator certification is not mandatory, but there are advantages to ensuring that this training is provided to all of the operators.

Scissor lift is a platform that vertically moves in order to allow employees to have access to high levels. Scissor lifts are made along with a pantograph - attached, folding supports in an 'X' pattern. Upward movement takes place when pressure is applied to the outside of the lowest set of supports, propelling the work platform vertically by elongating the 'X' pattern. A bridge extends from certain platforms to allow convenient access to the work place.

The platform returns to the ground by release of a manual valve. The platform descends through simply releasing the pneumatic or hydraulic pressure. This is the main reason that scissor lifts are the best equipment at worksites.

Both new and experienced operators could benefit from correct scissor lift training. This program could be tailored to focus specially on the particular equipment models at your worksite. The trainees' certificate of training will list the models on which they trained.

Covered in the classroom instruction are the following topics: introduction to scissor lift training; attitude, rules and guidelines and authorization; safety regulations and common dangers; Occupational Health and Safety; workbook and record of training (or otherwise called ROT)

The in-class session would conclude with a written exam.

Practical hands-on training comprises instruction about the following: safety equipment; pre-operational check; regular maintenance; function checklist; operator's manual and the practical session will end with a proficiency demonstration.

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