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Heading Towards a MEWP Disaster?

Falls remain the biggest cause of work-related fatalities in the UK with 50 in 2023/24 and 35 in 2024/25. MEWPs don’t eliminate all risks, so is your approach to working with MEWPs solid? Are there safety gaps only MEWP experts can fill? How confident are you in your procedures if an incident happens?

Time to book an exclusive MEWP Awareness and Safety Day for your team with Horizon. Our convenient, expert-led practical workshops tackle safety concerns head-on and provide practical solutions for keeping your team safe and productive. 

WATCH: See why one customer are doing a UK-wide roll out of key lessons learned at our workshop. See the potential for your team too. 

Be Prepared For When Things Go Wrong

Safety is a priority and if things go wrong on MEWPs the consequences can be fatal. By gaining the latest best practices, you can be confident your team will be able to work at an optimum level while remaining vigilant and safe.

  • Equip your team with practical knowledge of MEWP safety and machine selection
  • Build confidence for planning and managing the use of MEWPs
  • Gain a deeper understanding of MEWP risks and why daily checks can prevent issues
  • Prevent common mistakes that lead to accidents, injuries or costly downtime
  • Upskill your team on compliance and health and safety regulations
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Simon Daniels, Group Compliance Director, Marlowe Fire & Security Group

"It's been a fantastic day. I think there's been a lot of lessons learned... We've taken a great deal of information away today and we'll communicate that to all the businesses in our group. It's been really educational."

Leigh Tomkinson, Compliance Manager, Marlowe Fire & Security Group

"The information that Horizon have been able to share with us is unbelievable. People have sat back and gone, really, that actually happens! Everybody needs to get involved in this."

Prepared for MEWP Emergencies?

Being stuck at height on a MEWP due to medical emergencies, human error or machine issues is a reality. But, is your team prepared to act at the most critical time? How confident are you in your procedures?

Book a MEWP Awareness and Safety Day for your team with Horizon. Address safety concerns and give your team practical steps to stay safe and productive at height.

 

WATCH: See how our onsite MEWP Rescue Workshop highlighted significant safety gaps for several contractors if someone is stuck at height on a platform.

Marc Simpson, Construction and Global Sourcing Office Safety Manager at M&S

"We're focused on ensuring health and safety standards across M&S sites remain high. So, we were pleased when this session was put on to upskill contractors on MEWP use and safety."

Sonia Jamieson, Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality Manager at Sigma M&E

"Understanding real site conditions matters. This session reinforced the need for MEWP supervision, rescue readiness and machine familiarity."

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Book A Personalised Session

Let Horizon share our knowledge with engaging and interactive sessions suitable for all industries:

  • IPAF Qualified Expert-led Sessions
  • Tailored Practical and Classroom Workshops
  • Visit us in West Yorkshire or We'll Come to You
  • Upskill New or Existing Team Members
  • Capacity to Host Small or Large Teams
  • Half Day or Full Day Sessions Available

Shannon West, SHEQ Manager at Street Cranexpress

"I really enjoyed the Horizon MEWP rescue training and found it both insightful and easy to follow. The mix of practical exercise and classroom learning worked really well and helped me feel much more confident in understanding the rescue procedures and safe working practices involved. The trainer was excellent throughout the course, approachable, knowledgeable, and great at keeping everyone engaged. It was a genuinely valuable experience, and I’ve come away with a much better understanding of MEWP rescue operations."

Topics We Can Cover During A Safety Day

  • MEWP Selection and Familiarisation
  • User and Manager Specific Sessions
  • Entrapment & Falls From Height Awareness
  • Importance of Pre-Use Checks
  • Risk Assessments, Rescue Plans & Emergency Lowering
  • Industry Specific MEWP Usage & Management

Register Your Interest

If you think your team would benefit from gaining MEWP best practice and safety tips from our experts, complete the form below. Alternatively, contact your account manager or call 01924 270383 for more information.

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