MEWP Train the Trainer (IVES Certification)

Overview

Become an IVES Certified Trainer and learn how to train, evaluate, and qualify mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) operators at your organization. This three-day course, offered in partnership with IVES, prepares experienced operators to deliver effective training for boom lifts and scissor lifts while meeting applicable government regulations and industry standards.

The program combines classroom instruction, hands-on practice, and trainer evaluations. You’ll strengthen your technical knowledge of MEWPs while learning how to teach operators, conduct practical evaluations, document training, and develop site-specific training programs. Your knowledge and instructional skills are assessed throughout the course before trainer certification is awarded.

What You’ll Learn

During this course, you’ll learn how to:

• Understand applicable MEWP regulations and industry standards.
• Apply adult learning principles and effective training techniques.
• Deliver classroom and hands-on operator training.
• Conduct pre-use equipment inspections and demonstrate safe operating procedures.
• Administer written knowledge tests and practical operator evaluations.
• Complete required training documentation and certification records.
• Develop site-specific operator training programs and lesson plans.
• Understand requalification and familiarization requirements for MEWP operators.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for experienced personnel who will be responsible for training and evaluating MEWP operators, including:

• Safety trainers
• Safety managers
• Supervisors
• Fleet and equipment managers
• Experienced boom lift and scissor lift operators who will train others

Prerequisites

To participate, trainees must:

• Read, write, and speak functional English.
• Have experience operating mobile elevating work platforms.
• Be comfortable working with numbers.
• Review and complete the MEWP Reference Manual sent before the course and bring the completed manual to class.
• Attend all three days of training. Late arrivals or early departures may result in unsuccessful completion.
• Plan to complete homework assignments each evening during the program.

FAQ

What certification will I receive?

Successful participants earn IVES Certified Trainer status, which qualifies them to train and evaluate MEWP operators using the IVES training system. Operator credentials are not issued during this course.

Is this an operator training course?

No. This is a train-the-trainer program designed for experienced MEWP operators who will be responsible for training and evaluating other operators.

Is there hands-on training?

Yes. The course includes practical exercises, equipment inspections, operator evaluation techniques, and trainer demonstrations using actual boom lifts and scissor lifts.

What should I bring?

Bring your completed MEWP Reference Manual, which you’ll receive before the course. You’re also encouraged to bring your own full-body harness and lanyard. Safety-toe shoes and a high-visibility vest are required, and you’ll want to wear clothing that’s appropriate for outdoor training.

Do I need to attend the entire course?

Yes. The program builds on each day’s instruction, so attendance for the full three-day course is required. Participants should also expect homework assignments each evening.