Driving a MEWP
- When driving any MEWP:
- Maintain a clear view of the area continuously in the direction of movement, including above and below the work platform, maintain an adequate clearance distance from hazards and avoid any distractions
- Travel with the boom/platform positioned at the lowest safe position for the conditions
- Move at speeds that are appropriate for safe operation;
- Allow for the platform movements due to the effects when traveling over uneven surfaces, slopes and ramps
- Allow for the distance the work platform may move or MEWP will travel before a complete stop after controls are released or returned to neutral position
- Not lean on or over the guardrails while the MEWP is elevating or traveling close to obstructions
- Not lean his/her body over the work platform control panel at any time •not place objects on the work platform control panel
- Provide for the safety of any others in the work platform during any MEWP movement