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Vertical Lift Training & Certification
Hard Hat Training courses meet all training requirements set by OSHA and CSA.
We Offer Three Types of Vertical Lift Safety Trainings
Our regulation-aligned Vertical Lift certification courses are updated to reflect the most recent changes made to safety standards. Whether you want a certification in as little as two hours, or a more robust training, we can help! We offer online trainings that can be completed in a day, DIY training kits that provide training materials, Train the Trainer certifications that certify individuals to train others and provide training materials, or onsite training. No matter what you choose, we can get you what you want, at a price you can afford.
Online Training
Online training is for those who prefer self-paced training from any location and/or for employers who need to assign and monitor employee training progress and exam scores.
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Training Kits
The training kit is for those who want the freedom of doing the training themselves. It is an PowerPoint Presentation (PPT) that you can present yourself to a group of trainees.
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Train the Trainer
Train the Trainer courses are online and meant to certify a individual to use the training kit to train others. Training kit and materials are included with the Train the Trainer online course for no additional cost.
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Our Vertical Lift safety training course is regulation aligned, and our online version fulfills OSHA’s classroom training requirement. Each class contains sections on equipment and anatomy, maintenance and inspections, safe operations and stability, common hazards, and more.
Training Scope: Each class contains the following information:
- Anatomy & Components
- Interior
- Exterior
- Stability
- Operations
- Know Your Machine
- Know Your Worksite
- Investigated Case Studies
This presentation includes intermittent practice quiz questions to prepare for the final written exam included with the course. In addition to the written exam, this course also includes a checklist for employers to use when administering a practical exam as required.
Estimated Training Length: Because everyone learns and progresses at different speeds, the amount of time you spend taking this training will vary. However, the estimated time for this training is 2 – 2.5 hours.
Intended Audience:
- Employees
- Supervisors
Course Goals:
- Understand the importance of a pre-shift inspection and how to perform one
- Recognize the common hazards associated with vertical lifts and how to avoid or mitigate them
- Learn how to operate safely in a variety of on-site situations
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For most courses, we offer OSHA trainings in English and Spanish, CAL/OSHA trainings in English, and Canada trainings in English. See all of our options!
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U.S. Standards
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Train the Trainer Certification
The Train the Trainer option is used to certify a trainer to teach others using the included training kit. It incorporates the online course with an additional train the trainer module, as well as the training kit. This option results in an regulation-aligned lifetime trainer certification from Hard Hat Training. This certification is not company-specific, meaning you can take it with you should you change employers.
Why Do I Need Vertical Lift Safety Training?
In line with regulations, anyone who operates heavy equipment must receive training prior to operating the machine on their own. For example, requirements for refresher training related to forklifts or other processes are very specific. Most other equipment doesn’t have such specific requirements, but it’s wise to follow the same guidelines.
When it comes to refresher training, the standards in some instances (like forklifts) are very specific: operators must be re-evaluated every three years to see if they are still competent to operate the equipment. Best practices say to apply this same rule to all types of equipment. A so-called “free-pass” cannot be awarded based on experience, age, or time on the job. The extent of the evaluation is to be determined by the employer but should include a written and practical examination that prove continued competency.
Stay Informed On All Things Vertical Lift
Did You Know?
On average, 26 construction workers die each year while using aerial lifts, which accounts for two to three percent of all construction deaths.
The main causes of these deaths and other non-fatal accidents from aerial lifts are falls, electrocutions, and collapses or tip overs.
Falls are the leading cause of death for construction workers, killing more than 200 U.S. workers each year. (Source: CDC).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a MEWP?
MEWP is an acronym that stands for Mobile Elevating Work Platform. Basically, they are machines that elevate workers without the use of scaffolding. This includes vertical lifts.
What is a vertical lift, and what is it used for?
A vertical lift, or vertical mast lift, is a type of aerial work platform used indoors for conducting work at heights. They can be used in tight areas as they fit through doorways and narrow aisles.
How high can a vertical lift reach?
Vertical lifts offer easy access to work areas between 10 and 50 feet in the air.
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For most courses, we offer OSHA trainings in English and Spanish, CAL/OSHA trainings in English, and Canada trainings in English. See all of our options!
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