NPORS MEWP Supervisor Awareness (N035)

Course Summary

This NPORS course is designed for delegates with existing MEWP knowledge. It will enable them to understand the role and responsibilities of a MEWP Supervisor.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course delegates should be able to answer and perform the following:

• Have a basic understanding of working at height equipment, the dangers of working at height, selection of work equipment, procedures to work safely within the environment
• Have a basic understanding of a supervisor’s responsibilities and relevant legislation, policies and procedures including, relevant risk assessments, method statements and traffic management systems
• Be able to supervise the work safely and identify various hazards including dangers of working from a height and emergency rescue procedures
• Have an underpinning knowledge of the manufacturer’s manual/handbook for the equipment
• Be able to check certification for equipment and accessories including PPE
• Correctly risk assess the task and implement a safe system of work, prepare a step-by-step method statement including selection of equipment to be used
• Allocate team roles and responsibilities through a toolbox talk/safety briefing
• Oversee task ensuring the team safely follows the step-by-step system of work
• Liaise with management and operators
• Deliver a debrief meeting with the team and discuss any lessons learned during specific task

Maximum number of learners

6

Duration

1 day

Assessment

Theory question paper.

Practical assessment.