Elevated Work Platform Training

Course Overview

This course provides hands-on instruction for safe and compliant use of aerial work platforms, including scissor lifts, boom lifts, and articulating lifts. Designed for equipment operators, site supervisors, and EHS personnel, this training emphasizes practical use in real jobsite scenarios. Participants will learn essential safety procedures, equipment inspections, and operating techniques aligned with CSA B354 and OHSA regulations. This course helps organizations meet legal obligations and reduce incidents related to elevated work.

The most engaging self-propelled elevating work platforms Operator Training – On-Site in Ontario

Key Learning Outcomes

Types of AWP's Covered

Understand legal duties and compliance obligations under OHSA and CSA B354 standards.

Identify and control common hazards associated with aerial lift operations.

Conduct pre-use inspections and document findings effectively.

Safely operate various types of aerial work platforms in diverse industrial settings.

Respond appropriately to malfunctions or emergency situations.

Recognize fall protection requirements and select suitable PPE.

Apply site-specific hazard controls and traffic coordination strategies.

Interpret manufacturer manuals and capacity labels with confidence.

Support audit readiness with accurate records and operator verification.

Scissor Lifts (Type 3A)

Flat Ground, False Confidence

Scissor lifts are often seen as “safe” because they move only vertically—but most incidents aren’t from height.

They’re from overloading, tipping on uneven surfaces, or driving while elevated.

And yes—fall protection is still required in Canada even with guardrails.

CCOHS: Hydrogen Hazards in Charging Areas

Boom Lifts (Telescopic & Articulating – Type 3B or 1B)

Outside the Rails, Outside the Law

Booms can extend workers well beyond the platform’s footprint—creating a catapult effect if a tire drops off a curb or the boom arm is struck.

That’s why full fall protection, anchorage, and rescue plans are mandatory.

Ontario OHSA – O. Reg. 213/91, s. 26.1(4)

Articulating Lifts (Z-booms / Cherry Pickers)

Bend, Twist, Snap

These lifts are ideal for tricky angles—but many operators don’t realize that every bend reduces stability.

Sudden movements or wind loads can cause unexpected jolts. CSA standards require jobsite hazard assessments before use.

CSA B354.7-17 Summary

Incorporated Training Program(s)

One Platform, Two Rulebooks

Why Fall Protection Can Be Included in Some EWP Courses—But Not Others

Industrial Settings (Reg. 851): Fall protection training can be incorporated into EWP programs.
Construction Projects (Reg. 213/91): Fall protection training must be a separate, CPO-approved WAH program.
Fuel Safety: Essential component of EWP training in all contexts.

Did You Know?

#1 Non Conformance That Our Instructors Find

Operators not only do not have a "Rescue Plan" in place, they generally aren't able to articulate why a rescue might be needed or how simple a rescue might be.

Operators who successfully complete our programs can confidently speak to and plan for this often overlooked requirement.

CCOHS: Working at Heights - Rescue Planning

Know Your Lift: Scissor, Boom, Articulating & More

Scissor Lift

Articulating Boom Lift

Fall Protection on a Lift

Boom Lift

Lift Controls

About Our Instructors

At Safety Sure, our instructors don’t just read from a script—they’ve lived what they teach. Every course is led by professionals who’ve used the tools, worn the gear, and made the calls that keep worksites safe. Whether it's forklifts, fall arrest systems, or confined space entries, our trainers have done the job—not just studied it.

You won’t get “death by PowerPoint” here. Our classroom sessions are interactive, scenario-based, and focused on what matters most: what learners will remember and use when it counts. We use proven coaching methods that emphasize decision-making, risk awareness, and muscle memory—approaches that are used globally in the highest-risk industries because they work.

In fact, research shows that hands-on, problem-solving based instruction leads to a 75% increase in knowledge retention compared to passive learning models.

* That’s why our sessions are built around doing, not just discussing.

We believe safety is learned by experience—not just explained on a screen. And that’s exactly what we deliver.

How We Approach Training at Safety Sure

At Safety Sure, training isn’t just a checkbox—it’s a living system designed to reflect the realities of your worksite. While many providers deliver standard packages, we’ve learned that no two facilities, shifts, or crews are exactly alike. That’s why we prioritize custom-fit training built around your operations, not generic slideshows.

We don’t offer everything. But what we do offer is deeply thought through, integrated across disciplines, and tested in high-risk environments. Whether it’s lift trucks, confined space, spill response, or JHSC effectiveness, we design each program with three questions in mind:

Does this align with the law and best practice?

Does it reflect how the work is actually done?

Does it make things easier or safer for the people doing it?

Some of our programs are always available. Others are offered in partnership with clients, built to meet specific needs, or delivered as part of a broader compliance strategy that includes documentation, scheduling, and even renewal tracking.

We don’t believe in “one and done” training. We believe in building systems that last—systems that teach, protect, and evolve as your workforce does.

Legislated Requirements and Standards

All of our Lift Truck training is designed to meet or exceed the legal obligations outlined in Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and the CSA B335-15 standard for powered industrial trucks. We also align our programs with key expectations from regulatory bodies across Canada and the U.S.
Training includes both theory and practical evaluation, as required under OHSA Section 25(2)(a) and Regulation 851, s. 51–52, ensuring employers fulfill their duty to provide instruction and maintain operator competency.

References

Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
O. Reg. 213/91: Construction Projects & O. Reg. 851: Industrial Establishments – Sections 26.1 and 13

Canadian Standards Association (CSA) – CSA B354 Series: Mobile Elevating Work Platforms
Includes CSA B354.7-17 (operator training), B354.8-17 (design), and related standards.

Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) – Scissor Lift & Fall Protection Guidelines
Practical guidance on elevated work platform safety and legal duties.

Chief Prevention Officer (CPO), Ontario Ministry of Labour – Working at Heights Training Standard
Mandatory training requirements for construction projects involving fall protection.

U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) – Scissor Lift and MEWP Requirements (1926 & 1910)
Key differences in classification, training, and fall protection rules across U.S. worksites.