MEWPs (Aerial Lift Operator) Qualification (CITF)

Training Information

The Mobile Elevating Work Platforms is a theory and hands-on qualification workshop combines classroom instruction with operating techniques to train participants in the safe operation of Aerial Lifts in compliance with OSHA regulations and ANSI standards.

The Aerial Lift title has been retired, this Qualification is now titled Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs); along with the new terminology for lifts is a new classification system. Previously, Aerial Work Platforms were classified by product type like scissor lifts, boom lifts, etc. MEWPs will now be classified into “groups” and sub-divided into three “types.

Group classification is determined by whether the lift stays within the tipping lines or moves beyond the tipping lines. “Group A” MEWPs move vertically but stay within the chassis or tipping lines, Scissor lifts are an example of this group. “Group B” MEWPs can move beyond the machine’s chassis or tipping lines (wheels or outriggers). Group B generally refers to boom lifts.

MEWP Type is determined by whether the lift can travel when stowed or elevated and the location of the controls which allow such travel.

Type 1 MEWPs can only travel with the platform in a stowed position.
Type 2 MEWPs can travel elevated and is controlled from the chassis.
Type 3 MEWPs can travel elevated and is controlled from the platform.

Training Dates

Sat, 12/06/2025 7:30 am - 3:30 pm

Signup Status

Remaining Openings : 7
Capacity: 3/10

Contact Information

Members interested in attending this course must register by logging in and registering through the website.

Allentown Training Center

Contact Information:

Allentown Campus
1818 Vultee Street
Allentown, PA 18103

PHONE: (215) 824-2300

Equipment Required

Members attending training must provide their own PPE equipment: safety boots, safety goggles, gloves, ear protection and hard hats. Failure to provide your own safety equipment may result in your being dropped from a particular training session.

Attendance Requirements

Attendance at the first training session is mandatory. 100% attendance is required for all courses that issue Certificates or Qualifications and Apprentice mandatory training. Please be on time! Late arrivals (and early departures) are disruptive to instructors and participants. Poor attendance / disruptive behavior will result in your being dropped from a particular training session.

Cancellation Policy

To maximize the effectiveness of our training sessions, we limit the number of attendees. If you are registered for a specific training and need to cancel, please notify us five (5) business days before the start of scheduled training. Failure to notify us of cancellation may result in your being denied registration for future training. We reserve the right to cancel any course - with two (2) business days’ notice - for which there is an insufficient number of registered attendees. Registrants may then enroll in the next available offering of the course, or cancel the registration.

Location Information

Allentown Training Center
1818 Vultee St
Allentown, PA 18013