Aerial/Scissor Lift (MEWP) Operator
Foundational
ANSI A92.24
Practical uses
- 01
Legally operate powered equipment in warehouses, yards, and job sites.
- 02
Load, unload, and move materials faster and safer on a crew.
- 03
Earn higher hourly rates as a certified equipment operator.
How to get it
- 1.
Enroll in an ANSI A92.24-compliant MEWP operator course. Most are completed in a single day.
- 2.
Complete classroom instruction on hazards, controls, fall protection, and rescue planning.
- 3.
Perform hands-on operation of the specific lift type you will use — boom and scissor lifts are often covered in the same class.
- 4.
Pass a written evaluation and a practical demonstration of safe operation.
- 5.
Receive your operator card and renew per the employer or ANSI schedule, typically every 3–5 years.
Study tips
- Always perform a pre-use inspection and function test before raising the platform — tip-overs are the leading cause of serious injury.
- Understand occupancy and platform load limits; adding tools and materials counts against the rated capacity.