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Safe operation of Boom Elevating Work Platforms

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Duty holders usually understand the risks EWPs pose to people on the ground, however, what’s often not fully considered is the increased crush risk to workers from the EWP platform or within the basket. When using Boom Elevating Work Platforms EWPs, the following risk control measures should be implemented: Selecting the right equipment for the task:   It may be appropriate to use alternative equipment, such as scaffolding, to reach and carry out the task. Which equipment you use may depend on:  Whether the task is located indoors or outdoors. If overhead hazards are in or near the work zone. The condition of supporting surfaces. Safe work method statements:  A safe work method statement must be developed and followed for operating an EWPBoom Lift if there’s a risk to people from its movement, including those working in it. Measures to control crush risks must be documented in the safe work method statement.  Secondary guarding devices:  Var

My Forklift Licence NSW has expired. What Should I Do?

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The license can be renewed by paying a government fee at an Australia Post office before the expiry date If you fail to renew your license within 12 months of your expiry date then you must re-do the licensing course again. Once your Forklift License NSW has expired it must be renewed within 12 months from the expiry date. If you fail to renew your license within this time you’ll be required to complete the one-day Forklift Training course again and pass the subsequent assessment with a Work Cover Assessment.  People lose skills if they do not use them regularly Most drivers and operators require regular training to keep their skills up to date Employers should offer workers refresher training whenever appropriate Even if drivers operate vehicles every day, it is recommended that they receive regular refresher training to ensure that they: Maintain good driving habits in line with best practice; Learn new skills where appropriate; and Reassess the

How to Use Scissor Lift License NSW at Workplace

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Scissor lifts are work platforms used to safely move workers vertically and to different locations in a variety of industries including construction, retail, entertainment, and manufacturing. Scissor lifts are different from aerial lifts because the lifting mechanism moves the work platform straight up and down using crossed beams functioning in a scissor-like fashion. Although scissor lifts present hazards similar to scaffolding when extended and stationary, using scissor lifts safely depends on considering equipment capabilities, limitations, and safe practices. Training Workers: Employers must provide workers training on hazards, including how to work safely with or near scissor lifts and reward them with Scissor Lift License NSW .  Fall Protection: Scissor lifts must have guardrails installed to prevent workers from falling. Employers should train workers to:  Check to see that a guardrail system is in place before working on the scissor lift. Only stand on th