Boom Lift Safety

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Boom Lift Safety

Boom Lift Safety

What is Boom Lift Safety ?

Accessing elevated work areas can be risky without the right preparation. Boom lifts provide a reliable way to complete tasks at height, but using them safely requires training. This program helps workers build the knowledge and confidence to operate elevated platforms responsibly while protecting themselves and their crews.

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Course Overview

The Boom Lift Safety course provides workers with a solid foundation in the safe operation of boom lifts, commonly known as man lifts or cherry pickers. These elevated work platforms are essential for accessing difficult or elevated locations, yet they come with significant safety considerations that must be understood before use. This course focuses on recognizing risks, applying correct procedures, and maintaining hazard awareness throughout operation.

Learners will explore the structure and purpose of mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs), examine the components of a boom lift, and review safe pre-use steps. The program also emphasizes the application of personal protective equipment and operational practices that reduce the likelihood of incidents. Throughout the course, participants engage in knowledge checks that reinforce learning, followed by a final exam to confirm understanding.

TOPIC OVERVIEW

Mobile elevated work platforms are frequently used across construction, maintenance, and industrial environments. Understanding how these machines function, where hazards originate, and what safety measures are required helps workers operate boom lifts responsibly and confidently. This foundation allows operators to identify risks early and apply proper controls.

COURSE TOPICS

  • Understand what mobile elevated work platforms are and when they are used.
  • Identify the key components and mechanical features of a boom lift.
  • Apply pre-use inspection steps to ensure safe operation.
  • Follow safe operational principles for maneuvering and elevating the lift.
  • Recognize common hazards associated with boom lift tasks.
  • Implement safety measures and PPE requirements to prevent incidents.

COURSE DURATION

This online course takes approximately 90 minutes to complete. Learners can pause and resume the training at any
time.

PASS MARK

A passing score of 80 percent is required to complete the course. Participants may take the final exam up to
three times, with built-in checks to reinforce core safety concepts.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

After passing the final assessment, learners may download and print a digital certificate of completion for their records.

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Duration

Average Completion Time

Completion times vary depending on the number of times the information is viewed prior to finishing the course. The average completion time is 90 minutes.

Testing

Knowledge Assessment

Testing is conducted in this online course to reinforce the information presented. You are provided three opportunities to achieve a passing mark of 80% or greater.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of this course, a certificate will be available to download and print. You can access your certificate through your online account.

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