TBT-MEW-04610-15 minsFalls
MEWP Safety Toolbox Talk
Operate Mobile Elevating Work Platforms safely
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- Attendance register included
MEWPs (cherry pickers, scissor lifts) are involved in numerous serious accidents including falls, crushing, and overturns. This toolbox talk covers safe MEWP operation, pre-use checks, and operator responsibilities.
What Your Team Will Learn
- Understand MEWP accident types and causes
- Know the pre-use inspection requirements
- Learn safe operating procedures and limits
- Identify ground conditions and overhead hazards
- Understand harness requirements in boom-type MEWPs
What's Covered
Key Topics
- •Why MEWP Safety matters - statistics and real-world impact
- •Legal requirements - employer and employee duties under UK law
- •Key hazards and risk factors to recognise
- •Common mistakes to avoid
- •Warning signs to watch for and report
- •Do's and Don'ts quick reference guide
- •Discussion questions for team engagement
What's Included
- Comprehensive 2-page toolbox talk
- Attendance register with 18 sign-off rows
- Session info table (date, location, presenter, duration)
- Editable Word format - add your logo and customise
- Ready to print and deliver
Regulatory Compliance
Primary Regulation:
Work at Height Regulations 2005
Also relevant:
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
MEWP operators must be trained and authorised. Equipment must be inspected before use and suitable for the task. This toolbox talk supports compliance with Work at Height Regulations 2005.
Key Takeaway
“Trained, checked, harnessed. MEWPs are not ladders.”
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