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OPERATIONS & SAFETY

What qualifications are needed to operate a spider MEWP?

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Operators require appropriate training for the category and familiarisation with the machine. IPAF 1b is a common static-boom category for spider lifts. Check the site and supplier’s training requirements, including how the rescue arrangements will be put into practice.

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