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Access Platforms & Working at Height

Scissor Lift Operator

Safe operation of scissor-type mobile elevating work platforms.

Duration2 Days
Course codeSLO
AssessmentTheory + Practical
AwardCert + ID Card
Scissor Lift Operator

Course Overview

Safe operation of scissor-type mobile elevating work platforms. This programme is part of the ILEES Access Platforms & Working at Height pathway and blends classroom theory with supervised practical sessions so every candidate leaves able to work safely, efficiently and to international best practice.

Who Should Attend

Operatives who work at height or use MEWPs, rescue team members, supervisors and managers who plan work at height.

What You Will Learn

  • Scissor lift controls
  • Guardrails and platform loading
  • Ground conditions and slopes
  • Overhead hazards
  • Emergency lowering
  • Hazard identification, risk control and emergency procedures
  • Relevant legislation, standards and documentation

Course Format

Duration: 2 Days. Delivered by ILEES-approved instructors at accredited training centers, combining interactive classroom sessions, demonstrations and hands-on practice.

Assessment & Certification

Theory test and practical assessment including harness, equipment and rescue tasks where applicable. Successful candidates receive an ILEES Certificate.

Applicable Standards

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.67, BS EN 280:2013, BS EN 1493, ISO 18893

How certification works

Every ILEES certificate carries a unique serial number and QR code. Employers, clients and auditors can confirm its authenticity in seconds on our verification portal.

Enroll — register through an ILEES accredited training center near you.
Train — complete the classroom and practical sessions with an approved instructor.
Assess — pass the theory test and practical assessment.
Certify — receive your ILEES certificate and wallet ID card, verifiable online at any time.
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