Cherry Picker

Overview

The aim of the cherry picker training course is to provide candidates with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to equip them to safely operate a cherry picker.

Validated by the RTITB (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) the course involves a combination of classroom based learning and practical exercises and is suitable for experienced candidates requiring a refresher and bringing up to date with current legislation as well as novice operatives.

Content

Upon successful completion of the course candidates will have gained practical skills and knowledge about:

• The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and its implications
• An employee’s legal duties and responsibilities
• Responsibilities under 1998 (PUWER). The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER)
• Pre-start, running checks and shut down procedures, mount and dismount
• Operator’s responsibilities, with regards to daily/weekly checks of machine
• The role of operators instructions, policies and procedures
• Shutdown procedures
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Summary

Our professional tutors are highly experienced and will guide you through this course making learning fun and enjoyable.

Upon successful completion of the course candidates will be able to operate and maintain a cherry picker and will be awarded with a RTITB card, an industry recognised award to confirm this.