• Setting up on a slope? Outriggers and spreader pads must be on level and stable ground.

  • Correct MEWP selection. Always use the right MEWP for the job

  • Keep clear of cables. You do not need to touch the power cables to be electrocuted – electricity can jump!

  • Overhead obstructions. Always be aware of your surroundings and identify crush hazards when moving the platform.

  • Register pre-owned MEWPs. Make sure you register with the MEWP manufacturer to get safety alerts and product updates.

  • Do not jump out of the platform. Always enter and exit the platform using three points of contact.

  • Have you been familiarized? Familiarization prevents incorrect use.

  • Check your MEWP! Conduct a pre-use check to make sure the MEWP is safe to use before starting work.

  • Beware of falling objects. Organize a drop zone clear of the MEWP base.

  • Unsafe ground? Always check ground conditions – plan your route.

  • Never attach banners to MEWPs. Always remember a banner can act like a sail.

  • Don't use a MEWP as a crane! Lifting objects can overload or damage the MEWP and cause it to overturn.

  • Prevent unauthorized use. After use, always leave the MEWP in a safe and secure place and remove the key.

  • Caution when loading and unloading. Always load and unload MEWPs safely.

  • Attach Your Lanyard. Always attach the lanyard to an anchorage point in boom type MEWPs.