Aerial Lifts in Industrial and Construction Environments: Types of Lifts and Their Hazards

This 90-minute OSHA-compliant aerial lift training covers safe boom and scissor lift operation, stability, inspections, and hazard prevention.

Aerial Lifts in Industrial and Construction Environments: Types of Lifts and Their Hazards

What is Aerial Lifts in Industrial and Construction Environments: Types of Lifts and Their Hazards?

Aerial lifts make working at height faster and more efficient but only when they’re used safely and in compliance with industry standards. This course gives workers a clear understanding of the different types of aerial lifts, how they operate, and the regulations that govern their safe use.

Learners explore key OSHA and ANSI requirements, common hazards such as tip-overs, falls, and electrical contact, and the preventive measures needed to reduce risk. The training also highlights daily inspections, safe operating practices, and the fundamentals of effective aerial lift safety programs.

By the end of this course, participants will know how to identify lift hazards, apply safe-use procedures, and meet the regulatory expectations for working at elevated heights.

Course Overview

Aerial lifts are a vital tool in industrial and construction work, but they also present significant risks when used improperly. Aerial Lifts in Industrial and Construction Environments: Types of Lifts and Their Hazards gives workers the knowledge they need to operate aerial lifts safely and in compliance with OSHA and ANSI standards.

This course introduces the different types of aerial lifts and how they function, outlining the requirements of key regulations including OSHA 1926.453, 1910.67, and related ANSI A92 standards. Learners gain a clear understanding of how these standards impact design, operation, and maintenance practices for aerial lifts. The training also covers how to identify hazards such as electrical contact, tip-overs, and falls—and how to prevent them through safe use programs and regular inspection.

By the end of this course, participants will know how to recognize aerial lift hazards, implement safe use procedures, and comply with applicable regulatory standards for elevated work.

Topic Overview

Working safely with aerial lifts requires not only hands-on skill but also regulatory awareness. This course helps workers and supervisors understand how OSHA and ANSI standards guide the safe use of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs). It also explains how to build and maintain a strong safety culture by identifying hazards and implementing preventive controls in industrial and construction environments.

Course Topics

  • OSHA & ANSI Standards: Review key safety regulations for aerial lift design and operation.
  • Safe Use Programs: Learn how to create and manage workplace aerial lift safety programs.
  • Training Requirements: Understand the competency and training standards for operators and occupants.
  • Hazard Identification: Recognize, avoid, and control the most common aerial lift hazards.

Course Duration

This online course takes approximately 45 minutes to complete. Learners can pause and resume training at any time for flexibility.

Pass Mark

A passing score of 80% is required to successfully complete the course. Quizzes throughout reinforce learning and confirm understanding of aerial lift safety standards.

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion, a digital certificate of completion is available for download and printing. This certificate verifies the learner’s understanding of aerial lift types, hazards, and compliance with OSHA and ANSI standards.

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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 45 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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