What is a cherry picker equipment?

An aerial work platform (AWP), also known as an aerial device, elevating work platform (EWP), cherry picker, bucket truck or mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) is a mechanical device used to provide temporary access for people or equipment to inaccessible areas, usually at height.

When would you use a cherry picker?

Cherry pickers have been used to rescue people from high elevations, including malfunctioned roller coasters. Firefighters also use cherry pickers to rescue people trapped in tall buildings. When a ladder is not sufficient or safe, cherry pickers are used to bring those on upper floors to safety.

When operating a cherry picker you must wear your harness?

fall arrest system
The person operating the cherry picker should wear a fall arrest system, usually consisting of; a full-body harness, a lanyard and a suitable anchor point on the cherry picker’s basket.

Can a cherry picker fall over?

Safety Tip 1 – Check high and low The ground must be as level as possible – a cherry picker is not advisable on very uneven ground, because when in use, the extra weight on the platform plus any movement there could cause it to tip over.

What does it mean cherry pick?

select the best or most desirable
Definition of cherry-pick intransitive verb. : to select the best or most desirable. transitive verb. : to select as being the best or most desirable also : to select the best or most desirable from cherry-picked the art collection.

Is it easy to use a cherry picker?

Whether it’s high access power cables, street lighting or telephone wires that need to be inspected or serviced, cherry pickers offer a safe and easy way to work at height.

Is a cherry picker working at height?

Cherry pickers (MEWPs) are a popular means to work at height, because they are mobile and quick to deploy. The majority of MEWPs are rented without an operator. So all those MEWPs are circulating between many different (usually untrained) drivers.

How can I ensure the safety of my cherry picker?

Ensure there are mandatory general use and emergency safety procedures in place, and that all people on site or operating the cherry picker are aware of them. It is also important that these safety procedures are practiced before the cherry picker is operated to guarantee their effectiveness in case of an emergency.

What is a cherry picker?

A cherry picker is a movable platform to help with a wide range of high level access tasks. For your own personal safety, it’s important to stay within the parameters of the harness and working platform at the top of the equipment.

What equipment do you need to operate a cherry picker?

The person operating the cherry picker should wear a fall arrest system, usually consisting of; a full-body harness, a lanyard and a suitable anchor point on the cherry picker’s basket.

Why is terrain important for cherry pickers?

Terrain plays an important role in cherry picker safety. If the surrounding terrain is choppy, uneven, or slippery, find another area to work. It’s important to choose terrain that is level and free of slip hazards such as ice, oil, or other liquids.