Attach your lanyard. Always attach the lanyard to an anchorage point in boom type MEWPs.
Beware of falling objects. Organise a drop zone clear of the MEWP base.
Unsafe ground? Always check ground conditions – plan your route.
Caution when loading and unloading. Always load and unload MEWPs safely.
Never attach banners to MEWPs. Always remember a banner can act like a sail.
Have you been familiarised? Familiarisation prevents incorrect use.
Check your MEWP! Conduct a pre-use check to make sure the MEWP is safe to use before starting work.
Overhead obstructions. Always be aware of your surroundings and identify crush hazards when moving the platform.
MEWP overturn incidents often result in serious injuries or fatalities. Instability leading to overturn is commonly among the top four causes of lost time incidents (LTIs) annually, according to global data.
