Federal regulatory requirements for elevating work platforms, including scissor lifts, under the Canada Labour Code.
Scissor Lift
Earn your official certification card online with Gama Safety Canada. Complete your Scissor Lift Online Certification Course, pass the exam, and download your certificate. Online Certification Cards are available for all courses.
- Certificate of Completion: Immediate download upon passing.
- Approximate Duration: 3hr 30min.
- Validity: Recognized across all Canadian provinces and territories.
- Exam Requirement: A score of 80% is required to receive your certificate. Retakes allowed if needed.
Course Topics
- Introduction to Scissor Lifts and their role in the workplace.
- Types of scissor lifts and common applications across industries.
- Pre-operation inspections and safe operating procedures.
- Load capacity, stability principles, and fall protection requirements.
- Recognizing hazards: tip-overs, electrocution, entrapment, and falls.
- Emergency procedures and rescue planning.
- Employer and worker responsibilities under Canadian OHS regulations.
Who Should Take This Course?
- Construction and maintenance workers operating scissor lifts.
- Supervisors overseeing elevated work platform activities.
- New employees requiring scissor lift safety orientation.
- Contractors and subcontractors working on Canadian job sites.
Course Features
- 100% online and mobile-friendly training program.
- Self-paced learning with interactive modules and videos.
- Knowledge checks and quizzes to reinforce key safety practices.
- Instant certificate available for download after passing.
- Fully compliant with Canadian OHS and CSA standards for Scissor Lifts.
Compliance Standards
- Canada Labour Code – OHS regulations for elevated work platforms.
- Provincial OHS Acts and CSA B354 standards for MEWPs.
- CCOHS and Health Canada guidelines on lift safety.
- WorkSafeBC and other regional standards for safe scissor lift operation.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand different types of scissor lifts and their safe use.
- Conduct pre-operation inspections and identify unsafe conditions.
- Apply safe operating practices, including fall protection requirements.
- Recognize potential hazards and respond effectively to emergencies.
Scissor Lift Resources & Guides
Information on safe use, hazard identification, and operational practices for scissor lifts and similar elevating platforms.
Canadian Standards Association (CSA) standard for mobile elevating work platforms, detailing design, testing, and safety requirements.
WorkSafeBC guidance on elevating work platforms, including safe operation, inspection, and maintenance of scissor lifts.
A real-life incident summary highlighting the risks of unguarded scissor lift platforms and lessons learned to prevent falls.
Video demonstrating safe practices, hazards, and proper operation of scissor lifts in the workplace.
Curriculum
- 11 Sections
- 30 Lessons
- Lifetime
- Scissor Lift Course5
- Module 1: Introduction to Scissor Lifts3
- Module 2: Pre-Operational Inspection3
- Module 3: Safe Operation ProceduresModule 3 is dedicated to teaching operators the essential safe operation procedures for scissor lifts. This module covers best practices, safety protocols, and practical skills needed to operate scissor lifts safely and effectively in various work environments.3
- Module 4: Stability and Load Capacity3
- Module 5: Working with Power Lines3
- Module 6: Emergency Procedures3
- Module 7: Maintenance and ServicingModule 7 focuses on the essential maintenance and servicing procedures required to keep scissor lifts in optimal working condition. This module covers routine maintenance tasks, troubleshooting common issues, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.3
- Module 8: Practical Training and Assessment3
- Final Assessments and Certification1
- Certification Card Information1
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