The Safety moment of today, safe work practices about MEWPs as at site we are using manlift. Mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) are useful but complex pieces of equipment that are often used for access in hazardous areas. People have been seriously injured and killed in accidents involving MEWPs. The causes of these accidents could be equipment failure not following the manufacturer’s recommendations inadequate training and supervision not fully assessing the hazards and risks of the job, site, and equipment. MEWPs can seriously injure people If someone Entrapment – An operator can get trapped between the work platform and a fixed structure, such as when moving in tight overhead areas of steelwork. Operators can be trapped against the platform controls and, if this happens, they may not be able to stop the MEWP. Overturning – On an uneven surface, the MEWP can overturn throwing the operator from the work platform. Falling – An operator can fall from the platform while working. Job Supervisor must choose the best MEWP for the task, given the type of work and the work environment. The work needs to be properly planned and hazards managed at the worksite. Operators must be trained and competent before using the MEWP and must follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions. Operators must also use safe working practices and use the MEWP within its limits. GROUND CONDITIONS Use the MEWP on level ground where possible. Make sure the MEWP is rated for any slopes it may face. Do not allow to use a MEWP on a slope beyond the limits of the manufacturer’s specifications. PREVENTING FALLS Job supervisor has to make sure that Persons on MEWP are using correct FBH, & it must be secured to a certified anchor point within the MEWP And all tools must be secured to avoid falling objects.
