Operate EWPs with Confidence and Meet Industry Standards
Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWP)
This hands-on MEWP training course is ideal for anyone in Palmerston North, Whanganui who needs to safely operate elevated work platforms, including scissor lifts, boom lifts, trailer-mounted lifts, and vertical lifts. It covers everything from boom lift certification and EWP license requirements to on-site safety practices and unit standard compliance.
Course Details
Duration: 8am – 3pm (approx)
Location: Palmerston North (or nationwide onsite by arrangement)
Unit Standards: 23966, 23960–23964 (Total up to 23 Credits)
Price: $475 +GST Per Person
Refresher Price: $400 +GST Per Person
Additional Practical Assessment: $150 +GST
Machine Hire (if needed): $80 +GST
Note: prices are per person and additional travel and disbursements may apply.
Tutor Credentials:
Training provided by AllTrain, with assessment carried out by a PCANZ-registered contractor.
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About This Course
This one-day course gives you the knowledge and practical skills to operate MEWPs in line with WorkSafe and NZQA requirements.
Theory
MEWP types: scissor, boom (self-propelled, trailer, truck-mounted), vertical lifts
Key safety features and PPE requirements
Operator responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act
WorkSafe and Best Practice Guidelines
Hazard ID and risk management
Inspection and certification requirements
Safe operating practices (weather, terrain, power lines, etc.)
Practical
Pre-start safety checks and setup
Operating two MEWP types (e.g. scissor lift + cherry picker)
Smooth and safe control: raise, lower, slew, extend, retract
Working within SWL (safe working load) limits
Emergency procedures and shutdown
Fault reporting and securing the machine
A practical assessment is completed on the day for two machines, typically a Scissor Lift and a Trailer-mounted Boom Lift (Cherry Picker). Additional machines can be assessed by request (subject to availability and extra cost).
What You Get
A certificate of completion for NZQA Unit Standards, with credits logged to your Record of Achievement
Hands-on MEWP training with experienced instructors in Palmerston North or onsite across Manawatū
Practical, easy-to-follow instruction on operating scissor lifts, boom lifts, and vertical lifts
NZQA-recognised unit standards for MEWP certification and EWP license requirements
Small class sizes and real-world examples to help lock in your skills
A course designed to help you do the job, not just pass the test
Important to Know
You’ll need some prior experience using elevated work platforms (even supervised)
A harness and hard hat are required; please bring your own PPE
You’ll need to bring photo ID for credit registration
If you’re assessed as not yet competent, you may receive a 6-week logbook to complete or re-sit the course
Training is available at our Palmerston North yard or nationwide at your site
Machines used for assessment must be certified and safe to operate (if supplied onsite)
This course is also available as a refresher for previously certified operators
MEWP Training FAQs
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23966 – Describe types of EWPs and legal requirements
23960 – Operate a Scissor Lift
23961 – Operate a Truck-mounted Boom Lift
23962 – Operate a Self-propelled Boom Lift
23963 – Operate a Trailer-mounted Boom Lift
23964 – Operate a Vertical Lift
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It’s recommended that you have some supervised experience using elevated work platforms (EWPs), but it’s not essential. The course is designed to support both new and experienced operators.
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You’ll typically be assessed on two common types of MEWPs, usually a scissor lift and a boom lift (cherry picker). If you need additional machine assessments, we can arrange that too.
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Yes! This course leads to NZQA Unit Standards, and your MEWP certification and credits will be logged on your Record of Achievement.
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We run courses regularly in Palmerston North and can also come to your site anywhere across Manawatū or New Zealand, as long as your equipment is certified and safe.
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Bring photo ID, your own PPE gear (including a harness and hard hat), and be prepared for a hands-on day. If you're not yet competent, you may need to complete a logbook or re-sit the course.
