MEWPs: Safe Operation of Scissor Lifts – Training Course

Learn how to safely operate scissor lifts (MEWPs), identify hazards, and follow OSHA and ANSI guidelines to prevent falls, tip-overs, and workplace injuries.

Training Objectives

• Identify general safety requirements for scissor lift operation
• Recognize common hazards and required precautions
• Understand how to select the right scissor lift for the job
• Learn proper maintenance and inspection procedures

Course Overview

Scissor lifts—commonly used as mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs)—are essential for safely performing tasks at height across construction, maintenance, and industrial environments. While these lifts provide stability and vertical access, improper use can result in serious accidents, including falls, tip-overs, and equipment collisions.

This course provides a practical foundation for safe scissor lift operation, focusing on hazard awareness, equipment selection, and compliance with OSHA and ANSI standards. Participants will learn how to properly position and stabilize lifts, maintain safe distances from power lines and overhead hazards, and ensure safe operation on various surfaces.

The training highlights the most common causes of scissor lift incidents, including improper stabilization, unsafe positioning, and fall risks. Learners will understand how guardrails, load limits, and proper work practices help reduce these risks.

In addition, the course covers how to choose the right scissor lift for specific environments. Participants will explore the differences between electric lifts for indoor use and rough-terrain lifts designed for outdoor conditions. Maintenance and inspection procedures are also addressed to ensure equipment remains in safe working condition.

Although OSHA does not require formal certification for scissor lift operators, employers are responsible for ensuring workers are properly trained. This course helps organizations meet that responsibility while promoting a safer, more compliant workplace.

Closed captions available in Spanish and French.

Key Benefits

• Reduce risk of falls, tip-overs, and equipment-related injuries
• Improve compliance with OSHA and ANSI safety standards
• Strengthen operator knowledge and hazard awareness
• Ensure proper lift selection and safe operation
• Promote safer work practices at elevated heights

Course Details

• Course Length: 9 minutes
• Language(s): English, Spanish, French
• Includes a downloadable participant guide
• Streaming video included with license
• Compatible with your LMS or accessible via our partners’ LMS platforms
• Year Produced: 2024

Video Streaming Licensing Options

The pricing displayed above applies to the hosted video-streaming option and includes access for the selected number of learners based on the license tier selected.

Included with Your License

• Hosted video-streaming access
• Downloadable participant guide
• Closed captions (where available)
• Certificate of completion (where applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions

How is licensing calculated?
Licensing is based on the total number of learners who will access the course during the license period.

Can I train more than 250 employees?
Yes. We offer enterprise licensing options for larger organizations and multi-location businesses.

Can we use our own LMS?
Yes. Courses are available in SCORM-compatible formats and can be deployed through most learning management systems.

Do you offer multi-course discounts?
Yes. Organizations licensing multiple courses may qualify for discounted workforce training packages.

Do you offer custom pricing?
Yes. We can create customized pricing solutions for enterprise organizations, multi-course licensing programs, annual training initiatives, and large workforce deployments. Contact us for custom pricing tailored to your organization.