‘Walking the MEWP’ is the term used when manoeuvring or travelling a mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) using the platform controls from the ground by walking alongside or near the MEWP. This includes those that use an ‘umbilical cord’, radio/remote control or fixed point of control at the chassis.

WHO NEEDS TO KNOW?

This toolbox talk applies to:

• User (who has control of the use of the MEWP on site);
• Site managers 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

• Andy Access Poster A15 – Danger Keep Well Clear
• IPAF Load and Unload guidance
• IPAF Technical Guidance: Familiarisation
• IPAF Ground Conditions Toolbox Talk
• IPAF Guidance on the Assessment of Ground Conditions

Ref: TE-1012-0320-1-en-US