…in Elevated Work Platforms (EWPs). Several local trainees proved their prowess in different EWPs in yesterday’s training session. Trainer Greg Milmine provided an overview of relevant legislation and safety procedures, then they were outside in the yard doing it. Pictured is a trailer -mounted EWP: the tennis ball was retrieved from the roof behind.
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