Elevating Work Platform (EWP) Training

Scissor lift, boom lift, cherry picker, vertical mast and aerial work platform course

$88 +GST per person ($101.20)

Pay via Afterpay 4 x $22.00

Elevating Work Platform (EWP) Training

Scissor lift, boom lift, cherry picker, vertical mast and aerial work platform course

EWP training is required by WorkSafe for all operators, and it must be refreshed every three years to get an EWP licence or EWP operator's certificate.

After completing this course, you will have an operator's certificate and ID card that meet WorkSafe's requirements for demonstrating competence using an EWP.

Boom lift and scissor lift training included in this course

All EWP types are covered, including the popular scissor lift and boom lift, so whatever machine you use, this course will be relevant for you.

Who is this EWP course for?

  • EWP operators in any industry
  • Supervisors and managers who need to understand best practice operation
  • Tradies and contractors who rent EWPs for specific jobs
  • EWP technicians and mechanics

Unit standards

This course contains the same information as unit standards 23960, 23961, 23962, 23963, 23964 and 23966. It is not a unit standard course, though, as unit standards are optional. This is a competency-based course used by hundreds of companies throughout New Zealand.

Why is this course cheaper than a classroom-based course?

This online course doesn't include the cost of a trainer or classroom, EWP hire, or lodging unit standards. It's self-service - you can manage everything yourself - and it meets the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015. This is why we can provide the same level of training, but for a fraction of the cost.

  • Practical assessment

    It is recommended that you conduct a practical assessment at the end of this course. This is done at your workplace by your supervisor using your own equpiment. We provide you with a detailed checklist and it meets the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and WorkSafe. We do not offer practical assessments using our trainers.

    You can comply with WorkSafe's requirements without the expense of unit standards.

  • What are the advantages of the online EWP training?

    • Easy scheduling - you can access the course when you want, rather than having to book weeks in advance and taking a whole day off-site
    • Video-based learning to demonstrate best practice, with interactive tasks to help reinforce the knowledge, and questions to ensure the trainee has understood it
    • Better learning - many studies have shown that e-learning in small bites gives a 20-60% better retention rate
    • More efficient - no distractions or interruptions like you could have in a classroom scenario
    • Consistent - it's delivered the same way every time (nothing is forgotten)
    • Learn at your own pace - if the trainee doesn't understand the material the first time, it can be watched again and again
    • Easy management and reporting - managers and supervisors can track training progress.
    • The course is divided into easy-to-follow modules that take just a few minutes each. Trainees have access to the course materials for 6 months.
    • After successfully completing the course, the trainee can download an operator's certificate and ID card.
    • Six months' access to the course materials
    • Free set up and support

  • FAQs

    What other words describe EWP training?

    Scissor lift training, boom lift training, EWP ticket, scissor lift certification, cherrypicker training, scissor lift licence and boom lift licence.

    I send my EWP operators for training at an external company. Isn't this the law?

    No, the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and WorkSafe's Mobile Elevating Work Platforms Best Practice Guidelines are very clear: You can conduct training however you want, as long as it covers the items under section 6.1 General Training in the Best Practice Guidelines, and section 6.2 Getting to know your MEWP. It recommends working at heights training, too (section 6.4), and explains this must be repeated every three years (section 6.3). Training can be delivered by any means (in person, video, written materials, etc), as long as the material is delivered by a competent person and meets the standard.

    The HSWA2015 says that you must follow these guidelines or do it a better way. 

    What standards must the EWP training meet?

    AS2550.10: Cranes, Hoists and Winches – Safe Use – Mobile Elevating Work Platforms. 

    Are EWP unit standards compulsory?

    No. the Best Practice Guidelines say they are one way of demonstrating competency, but are optional.

    Do I need an NZQA number for this course?

    No, it's not a unit standard course. Unit standards are optional, but if you have them already, you don't need to do them again.

    I have a new operator who has never used an EWP before. Can they do this course to become qualified?

    They can use this course to learn the theory, but they must have supervised practice with someone who is competent. We have included a practical assessment checklist that should be completed to ensure competence. Once this is successfully completed, it can be submitted to generate the operator's certificate.

    What machinery does this course cover?

    Self-propelled scissor lifts and boom lifts, vertical mast lifts, trailer-mounted cherry pickers, truck-mounted aerial work platforms. We show a range of machines, primarily from Genie, JLG and Snorkel. The general safety rules around EWPs are mostly the same regardless of the make and model. We highlight the differences where relevant.

    How long is the EWP certificate valid for? 

    Three years, as per WorkSafe's requirements.

    What happens if you fail the course the first time?

    The course can be repeated as many times as is necessary within the 6-month access window.

    Can I use this course as a working at heights course?

    EWP training is just one part of a working at heights course; this course doesn't cover everything you need from a working at heights course. If you are getting off the EWP to do any work, you must do working at heights training, which you can find here.

    What documents and templates are included in the course?

    A practical assessment checklist which includes a pre-start check and job safety analysis sheet, a separate alternative job safety analysis sheet, 2 examples of specification sheets to use with the course, EWP study guide, MEWP Best Practice Guidelines (WorkSafe), Hazard Assessment Checklist (WorkSafe), sample pre-start inspection (WorkSafe), sample rescue plan.

    The course covers scissor lift training, boom lift training and cherry picker training. 

  • Requirements

    • You will need one course licence per person taking the course - you can't use one licence for multiple operators
    • You will need a computer, smartphone or tablet with internet access to take the theory training.
    • You must take a practical assessment at the end of this course. A responsible person in your company (e.g. a manager, supervisor or experienced EWP operator) can follow the guide in the practical assessment module and conduct the practical assessment.
    • Using an external assessor will incur an additional cost. The practical assessment is detailed which makes the practical assessment very straightforward. Contact us if you need more information.

  • What are our clients saying?

    "I did feel that I got good value from the course with it [being] clear and easy to follow. I would recommend this to others as it was a course that could be completed at any stage and when I had time to do so which made it easier to fit with my busy schedule."
    Hamish Ewen, Holmes Construction
     
    "The course was simple for the staff member to follow and answer.  It covered all the content of an in-person course but at a fraction of the price. The course is perfect for someone experienced and competent in using the equipment who requires a “current licence” to meet client site requirements."
    Fleur, Central Roofing Company.
     
    "Being able to chip away at it over a week I think helped it sink in more than sitting a whole day in a class"
    [Trainee name withheld]
     
    "...it was beneficial and [he] got good value"
    Kris Harrison, Petspiration
     
    "DT's course gave me a very thorough understanding of EWPs and what to look for during my health & safety site visits.  We will be using it as a refresher course for our EWP operators when their cards need renewing."   
    Lizz Lowans, [company name withheld]
     
    "We recently purchased scissor lifts at both sites, so the training has been beneficial for all the key users. We will continue with training at both sites."
    Nathan [company name withheld]

  • Languages available

    • Video subtitles/captions are available for all videos except in interactive modules - see above for the list. Choose the language in the video.
    • Questions: 76 languages are available - check the language option at the top of the page (note that written answers must be in English).
    • Question audio: play audio of every question in English
    • Documents: English
    • Some captions are AI-generated and, as such, may have occasional errors.

$88 +GST per person ($101.20)

Pay via Afterpay 4 x $22.00

 

Certificate of Completion

 

Approximately 2.5-3 hours

 

Full access for 6 months

 

Study guide included

 

Downloadable certificate, ID card, practical assessment checklist + more

 

Subtitles available in Afrikaans, Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Gujarati, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malayalam, Maori, Punjabi, Portuguese, Russian, Samoan, Sinhala, Spanish, Tagalog, Tamil, Thai, Tongan, Vietnamese

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Elevating Work Platform (EWP) Training

Scissor lift, boom lift, cherry picker, vertical mast and aerial work platform course

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