When work happens above ground, guesswork is not an option. Proper training is the difference between a smooth workday and a serious incident. That is why our sister company, LeadSMART Training, offers live, in-person MA Aerial Lift Training, also known as MEWP training (Mobile Elevated Working Platforms), delivered directly at your jobsite.
This course is designed to meet the ANSI A92.22 Standard for safe use and inspection of aerial lifts, including boom lifts and scissor lifts. It also reinforces OSHA requirements, giving employers confidence that their operators are trained, evaluated, and properly documented.
What Is MEWP Training and Why It Matters
Aerial lifts are now formally referred to as MEWPs under updated ANSI standards. These machines are powerful tools, but only when operated by trained personnel who understand equipment limitations, inspection requirements, and fall protection practices.
This training focuses on real-world operation. It blends classroom instruction with hands-on evaluation using your actual equipment, on your actual site. That combination is what makes the training effective and defensible.
What the Aerial Lift Training Covers
During this on-site training, students receive both classroom education and practical evaluation, including:
- Classroom instruction on different types of MEWPs and their rules under ANSI A92.22 and A92.20
- Pre-operation inspection methods, explained and demonstrated step by step
- Fall protection requirements specific to aerial lift work
- A 20 to 30 minute skills assessment and instruction period for each operator
- Direct observation of operators using the employer’s equipment
This approach ensures operators do not just pass a test, they demonstrate real competency.
Course Objectives Employers Care About
The goal is not just compliance, it is documented competence. This training is designed to:
- Help operators understand OSHA regulations combined with ANSI A92 standards
- Review employer-specific pre-operation inspection requirements
- Verify each operator’s skill level on the equipment they actually use
- Create defensible training records through observation and evaluation
Employers receive training records, test results, and laminated aerial lift cards for employees who successfully meet the standards.
Training Format, Timing, and Location
This is a live, in-person program delivered at your location or jobsite. Total time includes 2 to 3 hours of classroom instruction. Each operator receives an additional 20 to 30 minutes of hands-on evaluation. Employers must provide appropriate MEWP equipment on site for the practical portion. Costs vary depending on the number of attendees and travel requirements, making it scalable for small crews or larger teams.
Why Choose On-Site MEWP Training
On-site training saves time, reduces downtime, and ensures operators are evaluated on the exact equipment they use every day. It also strengthens your safety culture and helps protect your company from costly incidents, citations, and liability.
Schedule Your Aerial Lift Training
To schedule live, on-site Aerial Lift Training (MEWPs) or to request a quote, contact LeadSMART Training. Their instructors bring standards, structure, and practical expertise directly to your site so your team can work safely and confidently at height.
