Effective July 1, 2024 this course will be delivered by SafetyBC an Approved Training Provider for both SICA and Energy Safety Canada (ESC). Upon registration you will be directed to the SafetyBC website to register.
Your health and safety remain our priority as we continue to follow all provincial guidelines with safeguards in place to ensure a safe environment.
This Energy Safety Canada (ESC) course provides basic operator training for working with Type 3, Group B Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) as outlined in CSA B354.7:17.
Participants discuss the fundamentals of assessing the job scope and understanding workplace requirements and hazards. Participants also engage in hands-on training activities, including a field level hazard assessment, pre-use equipment inspection and basic operation of a MEWP.
While this basic course can be used as part of a worker's competency assessment, the employer must designate a worker as a "competent person" based on specific tasks assigned
Course content:
- Operator Responsibilities
- Managing Hazards
- Rescue Planning
- MEWP Capabilities
- MEWP Selection
- Pre-Use Inspections
- Operation and Stowing
Prerequisites:
- Valid Fall Protection Certificate (Must be ESC certified if working in Oil & Gas)
MANDATORY for MEWP training:
- Copy of your fall protection certificate
- PPE - CSA approved
- Safety Footwear (Student must provide)
- Highly Visible Vest
- Hard Hat
- Safety Glasses
- Gloves
Please Note: Government-issued ID is required for certification.
Course Credits:
- 2 CCA Gold Seal Credits
- 7 BC Housing CPD Points
