Aerial and scissor lifts play an important role in construction and many other industries. These versatile lifts come in several types with various applications and operating hazards. This course will teach you how to maximize worksite safety while working on or around aerial and scissor lifts.
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Taking our OSHA Aerial and Scissor Lifts course online offers these benefits:
- 24/7 course access
- Audio narration
- Instantly download your course certificate
- Mobile-friendly course
- Log on and off as many times as you want
- Work anytime, anywhere — All you need is internet access
- Allows up to 180 days to complete the course
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive your official Certificate of Completion.
About the 1-Hour OSHA Aerial and Scissor Lifts Course
Once you complete this course, you'll be able to:
- Encourage safe practices for other employees. With this training, you'll acquire the building blocks and fundamentals for smart, safety-minded activity regardless of work environment — warehouses, distribution centers, and more.
- Enhance your job prospects. For aerial lift operators, proper training is imperative. After earning your certificate in aerial and scissor lifts, you may have a better chance of securing employment than job candidates who don't have this training.
- Contribute to a safer work environment. Because you'll be aware of the latest safety practices and regulations, you'll be less likely to experience workplace accidents, fines, and negative audit findings.
Key Learning Objectives
This awareness-level course is ideal for construction workers who operate aerial or scissor lifts or work around them. Key topics covered in the course include:
- The importance of aerial and scissor lift safety
- Types of aerial and scissor lifts
- Applicable OSHA standards
- Pre- and post-use inspections
- Specific precautions for preventing falls, tip-overs, electrocution, and other common hazards
You will also learn safety procedures to follow before, during, and after aerial or scissor lift use.
Learning Modules in the Aerial and Scissor Lifts Course
The Aerial and Scissor Lifts course is divided into five learning modules:
- Introduction to Aerial and Scissor Lift Safety
- Types of Aerial and Scissor Lifts
- Safety Procedures Before Use
- Safety Precautions During Use
- Safety Procedures After Use
Course Introduction
The course begins with an introduction module that provides a course overview and explains how to navigate the course.
Sections in this module include:
- Welcome
- Facts About the Course
- Learner Performance Objectives
- Who Should Take the Course
- Course Outline
- Navigating the Course
The course introduction also covers details on the quizzes and final exam, including minimum passing scores.
Module 1: Introduction to Aerial and Scissor Lift Safety
Learning objectives for module 1 include:
- List the most common types of accidents and hazards related to aerial and scissor lifts
- Identify the OSHA standards that apply to aerial and scissor lifts
Sections in this module include:
- Types of Accidents and Hazards
- Trips, Falls, and Catapulting
- Tip-Overs
- Electrocutions and Contact Injuries
- Applicable OSHA Standards
- Aerial Lifts: CFR 1926.453 and 1926.454
- Scissor Lifts: CFR 1926.451, 1026.452(w) and 1926.454
- Module 1 Conclusion
The module ends with a review and knowledge check.
Module 2: Types of Aerial and Scissor Lifts
Learning objectives for module 2 include:
- Define aerial lifts and give examples
- Define scissor lifts and give examples
- List situations or conditions under which various types of lifts should be used
- List the criteria for choosing an aerial or scissor lift for a particular job
Sections in this module include:
- Aerial Lifts
- Types
- Examples
- Scissor Lifts
- Examples
- Choosing the Right Lift
- Module 2 Conclusion
The module ends with a review and knowledge check.
Module 3: Safety Procedures Before Use
Learning objectives for module 3 include:
- Explain the importance of receiving proper training before using an aerial or scissor lift
- Describe the importance of and procedures for inspecting aerial and scissor lifts and surveying the area before use
- Explain how keeping lifts in good condition promotes workers' safety and avoids costly equipment repairs
Sections in this module include:
- Getting Properly Trained
- Completing a Pre-Use Inspection
- Why Inspections Are Important
- Vehicle Components
- Lift Components
- If the Equipment Fails Inspection
- Surveying the Area
- Module 3 Conclusion
The module ends with a review and knowledge check.
Module 4: Safety Precautions During Use
Learning objectives for this module include:
- List precautions for preventing trips and falls, catapulting, electrocution, and contact injuries while using an aerial or scissor lift
- State the OSHA requirements for fall protection or fall restraint for workers using aerial or scissor lifts
- Explain how to prevent aerial and scissor lifts from tipping over during use
Sections in this module include:
- Preventing Trips, Falls, and Catapulting
- Using Fall Protection and Fall Restraint
- Preventing Tip-Overs
- Preventing Electrocution and Contact Injuries
- Module 4 Conclusion
The module ends with a review and knowledge check.
Module 5: Safety Procedures After Use
Learning objectives for this module include:
- Identify the aerial and scissor lift components that must be secured after use
- Describe how to limit or prevent unauthorized access to the equipment
- Explain the importance of following manufacturer guidelines for a specific aerial or scissor lift
Sections in this module include:
- Securing Components
- Securing Access
- Checking Manufacturer Guidelines
- Module 5 Conclusion
The module ends with a review and knowledge check.
Final Exam
The course concludes with a 20-question final exam that assesses your comprehension and understanding of all course and module objectives. You must score at least 70% to pass, and you have an unlimited number of exam attempts.
Additional Links and Resources
Find more information about aerial and scissor lift safety, including official tips, standards and guidelines from OSHA.