The Vehicle Mounted Aerial Lifts (OSHA) course introduces workers to the safe use, operation, and limitations of vehicle-mounted aerial lifts. These lifts—often known as bucket trucks or cherry pickers—are frequently used for roadwork, utility repairs, sign installation, tree trimming, and general maintenance. Because they elevate people, tools, and materials, operators must understand both the equipment’s capabilities and the safety practices required to prevent incidents.

This training walks learners through OSHA requirements, lift components, stability principles, common hazards, and the correct steps for planning, setup, safe operation, and refueling. Practical guidance is also provided on pre-shift inspections, worksite awareness, communication, and emergency response procedures. By the end of the course, participants will understand how to operate a vehicle-mounted aerial lift safely and responsibly.

Vehicle-mounted aerial lifts play a vital role in industries where elevated work is routine. Understanding how these machines function, how hazards arise, and how stability and capacity affect performance helps workers prevent accidents and make informed decisions. This foundational knowledge supports safer operations and ensures compliance with OSHA standards.

US Standards

• Understand OSHA requirements for aerial lift operation
• Learn how standards apply to vehicle-mounted lift tasks

Vehicle Mounted Aerial Lift Anatomy

• Identify key components and their functions
• Recognize safety features and controls

Pre-Shift Inspections

• Follow inspection procedures to detect equipment issues
• Understand documentation and reporting practices

Stability Principles

• Learn how terrain, load, and boom position affect stability
• Identify factors that contribute to tip-overs

Safe Equipment Operation

• Apply best practices for maneuvering, elevating, and positioning
• Review operational limits and safe work practices

Personal Safety (Mental & Physical)

• Understand operator readiness and hazard awareness
• Apply ergonomic and situational safety principles

Communication

• Use clear signals and communication methods during operation

Knowing Your Worksite

• Evaluate surfaces, obstacles, traffic, and overhead hazards

Common Workplace Hazards

• Identify electrical, environmental, and mechanical hazards

Types of Rescue Plans

• Learn emergency response steps and rescue procedures

This online aerial lift training takes approximately 90 minutes to complete. Learners can start, pause, and resume the program at any time.

A passing score of 80% is required. Learners have three attempts to achieve a passing grade. Short knowledge checks help reinforce key concepts.

Upon successful completion, learners receive a digital certificate confirming their knowledge of OSHA aerial lift requirements and safe operating practices.