Safety is paramount in industries where work must be performed at elevation. This crucial training course, Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) & Working @ Heights, is designed to equip delegates with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to execute tasks safely and legally above ground level.
of the Programme:
• To ensure delegates understand their legal responsibilities under health and safety legislation for work at height.
• To equip participants with the ability to identify, assess, and control hazards specific to working on MEWPs and at height.
• To provide the practical skills for the safe inspection, setup, operation, and maneuvering of various MEWP categories (e.g., scissor lifts and boom lifts).
• To instil proficiency in the correct selection and application of fall-arrest and fall-restraint systems and emergency rescue procedures.
This intensive, one-day 6-hour course provides delegates with the comprehensive knowledge and practical proficiencies required for the safe operation of Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs) and the fundamental principles of Working at Heights safety. Priced at €203, the curriculum is engineered to directly address the legal obligations and best industry practices for personnel involved in elevated work tasks.
The program includes classroom instruction and hands-on practical sessions focusing on:
• Understanding the Maltese and European legal framework (e.g., Legal Notice 36 of 2003) for working at height.
• Identifying and mitigating hazards specific to MEWP operation (e.g., overturning, entrapment, collision).
• Conducting essential pre-use checks and equipment inspection.
• Proper selection, fitting, and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including harnesses and fall protection systems.
• Implementing safe operating procedures for machine setup, leveling, elevating, and emergency lowering.
Successful completion, involving a theoretical examination and practical assessment, results in a certification that validates your competence and commitment to a safe working environment. This is the definitive course for workers and supervisors who need to ensure safety and compliance on site. Delivered in multiple languages through interpreter services, available upon request and subject to student numbers.
This program has a duration of 6 Hours, is held in Malta, and costs 203 Euros; it is delivered in multiple languages through interpreter services, which are available upon request and subject to student numbers.
The course is delivered under a robust Quality Assurance framework by the European Vocational Academy (EVA), ensuring it meets recognized European and Maltese qualification standards. EVA’s commitment, in collaboration with the Malta Development Association (MDA), guarantees that the curriculum is current, industry-relevant, and delivered by certified, experienced instructors. The training methodologies combine lectures, multimedia presentations, and crucial hands-on practical exercises to ensure comprehensive knowledge transfer.
This course is essential for any personnel whose work involves the use or supervision of Mobile Elevated Work Platforms or performing tasks at height. This includes:
• Construction workers and contractors.
• Maintenance personnel and facility managers.
• Utility workers and engineers.
• Supervisors and site foremen responsible for planning and overseeing elevated work.
• Health and Safety officers seeking to ensure organizational compliance and best practice.
Entry Requirements
• Age: Applicants should generally be 18 years or older due to the nature of the machinery and work environment.
• Literacy: A basic level of English or Maltese is required to understand the theoretical content, safety documentation, and to successfully complete the written examination.
• Physical Fitness: Participants must be in a state of basic physical fitness to safely perform the practical components, including the donning of a harness and safe machine operation.
€203.00
Upon successfully meeting all assessment criteria, delegates will be awarded a Certificate of Competence for Mobile Elevated Work Platform & Working at Heights, issued under the collaboration of MDA and EVA
Work-based Learning
While the 6-hour course is primarily focused on certification, the practical element simulates Work-Based Learning (WBL) by requiring delegates to operate the MEWP and apply safety protocols in a controlled, realistic environment. This hands-on practical assessment is crucial for translating theoretical knowledge into verifiable operational skills.
MDA, C3, Avenue 77, Commerce Street,
Central Business District, Birkirkara Malta
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +356 2122 8184
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