MEWP Ground Conditions Toolbox Talk

MEWP Ground Conditions Toolbox Talk
Added 31 Mar 2020
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Ground conditions are critical for the stability of the mobile elevating work platform (MEWP). Unsuitable ground conditions can result in the MEWP overturning with potential loss of life.

WHO NEEDS TO KNOW?

This toolbox talk applies to:

  • User (who has control of the use of the MEWP on site);
  • Site manager and supervisors where MEWPs are in use;
  • MEWP operators.

WHAT IS A TOOLBOX TALK?

Toolbox talks are short discussion sessions that allow you and your workers to explore the risks and safety issues specific to your work site. The talks should focus on a single topic. A toolbox talk should be a regular occurrence to reinforce learning and gain worker buy-in.

IPAF TOOLBOX TALKS

IPAF’s toolbox talks focus on key issues when using mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), as well as mast climbing work platforms (MCWPs) or hoists. The talks build on the safety messages highlighted through the Andy Access campaign (www.ipaf.org/andyaccess), and these posters will form part of your briefing. It is advisable that these posters be used throughout your worksite to reinforce your safety messages.

USEFUL REFERENCES

Ref: TE-1009-0320-1-en-US