OSX 949d • Trainer Course: Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs) | CSUDH OSHA

Steps to Enroll:

Submit a copy the FRONT and BACK of your current Aerial Lift Operator Card to the OSHA Dropbox.
If verification documentation is approved, you will receive an email from CSUDH OSHA staff confirming approval (please allow 3 business days for processing).
Proceed to Registration: To reserve your spot in the course, click the "Add" button next to your preferred course date to add to cart, and then click the "Cart" button to proceed through the checkout process.

Need help with the online self-registration process? Visit https://csudh.edu/ccpe/registration

Generally, course registration opens approximately 4 months in advance; this course will appear on this page when it is opened for registration.
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Course Description

This course is designed to develop the skills needed to train aerial lift operators on four key concepts: proficiency demonstration, responsibility, safety and equipment familiarization. Training requirements, classification, safe operation, and adult learning techniques will be emphasized during this training.

It is expected that all participants will operate a scissor lift and boom lift during the familiarization part of this training following established familiarization procedures.

Upon completion of this course, students will learn the differences between various lift trucks, how to reduce injuries to co-workers and operators, and minimize damage to property and cargo.

Learning Outcomes

Describe OSHA and Ca/OSHA requirements for aerial lift training
Identify national consensus standards for aerial lift training
Identify abatement methods for common aerial lift hazards
Demonstrate concepts pf pre-operational inspections
Describe the process of equipment familiarization
Describe effective principals of adult learning techniques.

CEUs: 1.5
Prerequisites: Valid Aerial Lift Operator Card
Course Length: 2 days
Recommended Materials: Pen, pencil, highlighter and writing pad.

Registration Eligibility

Students who wish to participate in OSHA–numbered courses in the online synchronous video conferencing format must have a valid physical address in OSHA's San Francisco Region (AK, AZ, CA, OR, NV, HI, ID, WA, Guam, and American Samoa), or obtain permission from their local OTIEC to attend a class outside their home region.

Other CSUDH OTIEC courses can be taken by anyone (no residency required).

System and Equipment Requirements

It is important that students review the system and equipment requirements listed below to be able to successfully take part in a CSUDH OTIEC course, whether participating in person or online via video conferencing.

In-Person System and Equipment Requirements

A laptop with built-in camera, Wi-Fi capability

Online System and Equipment Requirements

An internet connection – broadband wired or wireless (4G/LTE or better)
Access to computer or laptop with built-in camera – one student per device
OSHA 510, 511, 500 and 501 Students only:
Additional stand-alone webcam or secondary device (phone)
Built-in or external speakers/headset and microphone

Additional Student Resources

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OSX 949d • Trainer Course: MEWPs (Aerial Lift)