Mobile elevating work platforms are classified as lifting equipment, known as cranes, used on construction sites and in industrial and service sectors. The main function of these devices is to move tools and workers vertically and horizontally. A mobile platform consists of a basket or gondola raised on a boom or tractor. These machines are designed to efficiently, effectively, and at low operating costs transport equipment and workers. Mobile elevating work platforms are very helpful for tasks such as:

• Building cleaning and maintenance,
• Installation of signs, billboards, and installations such as electrical systems,
• Inspections, checks, and repairs at heights,
• Landscape maintenance.

These devices can be divided into several types, each with different designs and uses in construction, maintenance, or installation activities. According to their construction method, we distinguish:

• Suspended mobile elevating work platforms - constructed with a basket/gondola suspended on load-bearing ropes and safety ropes connected to winches. Winches are installed directly on the platform or its structure. The whole assembly is attached to a track that is a permanent part of a building or roof.
• Mast mobile elevating work platforms - consist of one or two masts, a working platform, a chassis acting as a carriage, and a power unit. Masts for such platforms are usually made using truss structures. Another name is self-erecting platforms.
• Mobile self-propelled elevating work platforms - constructed with a working platform, chassis, and structure connected to the chassis. They are mounted on chassis that can be self-towed or have their own drive, as well as on vehicle chassis.
• Rail vehicle-mounted elevating work platforms - the crane is mounted on a rail vehicle. They are most commonly used for railway work, repairs, and maintenance of electrical installations.

Regarding the type of boom, we can distinguish:

• Scissor lifts - the structure of the lifting mechanism is designed to resemble scissors, resulting in vertical movement of the working platform,
• Telescopic lifts - the boom is constructed in the form of a telescopic mast,
• Articulating lifts - the boom is constructed in the form of an articulating mast,
• Articulating telescopic lifts - combining the functions of both articulated and telescopic booms.

In the main classification of platforms, with an indication of the validity period of the qualifications, there are five types of these devices (along with the validity of the qualifications):

Type of Platform	Validity of Qualifications (in years)
Stationary mobile elevating work platforms	10
Suspended mobile elevating work platforms	10
Mast mobile elevating work platforms	10
Mobile self-propelled elevating work platforms	5
Rail vehicle-mounted elevating work platforms	10

Importantly, qualifications for suspended mobile elevating work platforms allow for working with both suspended and stationary platforms, and the same applies to mast platforms - having qualifications allows you to operate both mast and stationary platforms. But how to obtain these qualifications? You need to take an exam before the UDT (Office of Technical Inspection) committee, passing which guarantees you a certificate and permission to work with platforms (selected categories). However, before taking the exam, it's worth undergoing training, which our center offers. It consists of both theoretical and practical parts (the same way the exam is later taken). The theoretical part of the course covers the necessary knowledge needed for platform operators and includes:

• Key information about UDT (Office of Technical Inspection) and technical supervision,
• Everything about platforms (including the specific type, depending on the chosen training): construction, functions, applications, operation,
• Rights and duties of the operator before starting work, during work, and after completion,
• Occupational Health and Safety rules,
• Safe platform operation, dealing with potential hazards, and how to avoid them,
• Equipment operation,
• Technical knowledge about platforms, proper use, and prevention of defects.

Following that, there is a practical part where each participant in the training learns how to operate the chosen platform with an instructor, how to behave in potentially dangerous situations, assess the technical condition and safety of the machine, and perform lifting work themselves. After completing the course, we assist in registering for the exam and, upon request, in obtaining documents. We provide training both at our center and at the client's location, and our training is intended for individuals, organized groups, and companies. Requirements that each participant in the training must meet include:

• Be at least 18 years old,
• Have at least a basic level of education,
• Have a documented statement from a doctor confirming the absence of health contraindications for the position.

Do you have any more questions? Feel free to call or write, and we will be happy to help. We respond as quickly as possible. Welcome. About Us:

• We have been providing training throughout Poland for over 15 years.
• As many as 98% of our students are satisfied with our services.
• We cooperate with UDT (Office of Technical Inspection), TDT, and WDT branches throughout the country for years.
• We conduct both open and closed training sessions for groups.
• Our instructors are experienced, long-term industry professionals.
• We issue bilingual course completion certificates.
• We provide training in machine operation - for operators and maintainers certified by UDT.

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