NPORS N109 MEWP Scissor Lift Course
Work safely at height with our NPORS N109 MEWP Scissor Lift Course. Scissor lifts are used daily on UK construction sites, warehouses, factories and maintenance projects to give workers safe, stable access to elevated work areas. To operate them legally and confidently, you need formal training – and this course gives you the skills, knowledge and NPORS certification to do it.
At Construction & Plant Training Services, we combine clear theory with plenty of hands-on practice. By the end of this course, you’ll know how to operate a scissor lift safely, efficiently and in line with the latest regulations. On completion, you’ll earn your NPORS Operator Card, accepted by employers across the UK.
We run courses at our Wellingborough training centre or on-site anywhere in the UK, and we offer a lowest price guarantee – if you find a cheaper like-for-like quote, we will match it.
Who this course is for
This course suits anyone who uses – or plans to use – a mobile elevated work platform (MEWP) scissor lift.
It’s ideal for:
- Beginners starting a career in construction, warehousing or maintenance
- Site operatives, electricians or painters adding MEWP duties to their role
- Experienced operators who need an experienced worker assessment
- Workers upgrading from a red trained operator card to a blue competent operator card
No previous experience is required – we match the training to your level.
What you will learn
Our NPORS scissor lift training gives you the safety knowledge and operating skills needed to work productively at height.
You’ll begin with the essentials: site safety rules, hazard awareness and legal responsibilities under LOLER, PUWER and the Work at Height Regulations. You’ll learn how to read the manufacturer’s handbook, carry out daily pre-use inspections, and identify faults before they become a risk.
Then we move into real operation. You’ll practise safe mounting and dismounting, manoeuvring and positioning the scissor lift, setting up safely on different surfaces, and using fall protection correctly. We’ll cover spotting overhead hazards, maintaining a safe working area, and coordinating with banksmen or ground staff while elevated.
Finally, you’ll learn shutdown, parking and isolation procedures, and how to prepare and secure the scissor lift for transport.
Course format and certification
- Training delivered UK-wide on your site or at our Wellingborough training centre
- Routes for novice candidates and experienced worker assessments
- Delivered by NPORS-accredited instructors with real site experience
- Combination of theory and practical modules with individual feedback
- On completion you’ll receive your NPORS Operator Card (valid 5 years)
- or NPORS/CSCS card (valid 2 years with a valid CITB HS&E test)
Why choose Construction & Plant Training Services
- Instructors with years of real job-site experience and a supportive teaching style
- Small groups for more one-to-one coaching and time on the machine
- Flexible scheduling to minimise disruption to your work
- Modern, well-maintained scissor lifts and training equipment
- Lowest price guarantee – we match any like-for-like quote
We make sure training is clear, practical and focused on the tasks you’ll actually face on site.
Outcomes and career benefits
Completing the NPORS N109 MEWP Scissor Lift Course gives you:
- A recognised NPORS scissor lift licence / MEWP scissor lift ticket
- The skills to work safely at height on UK construction, warehouse and maintenance sites
- Compliance with UK safety legislation including LOLER and the Work at Height Regulations
- Better job prospects and access to higher-paid work
- A solid base for progressing into other MEWP categories such as boom lifts (N108)
Join our NPORS MEWP Scissor Lift Course
Ready to get certified? Book your NPORS N109 MEWP Scissor Lift Course today with Construction & Plant Training Services – and get trained, certified and site-ready.
NPORS N109 MEWP Scissor Lift Course – FAQ
What is the NPORS N109 MEWP Scissor Lift course?
It is practical and theory-based training that teaches you how to operate a Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) scissor lift safely and efficiently. It leads to a recognised NPORS Operator Card accepted on UK construction, warehouse and maintenance sites.
Who can take this course?
Anyone aged 16+ with a good level of English. It suits novice scissor lift operators, site operatives adding new skills, and experienced workers needing formal certification.
Do I need any experience before enrolling?
No. We offer a full novice scissor lift course for beginners and an experienced worker assessment route for those with prior experience.
What will I learn on this course?
You will cover hazard awareness, site rules, pre-use inspections, machine components and controls, safe mounting and dismounting, positioning the scissor lift, using fall protection, safe work at height, communication with banksmen, and shutdown and transport preparation.
How long does the training take?
Usually 1–2 days depending on your experience: 1 day for experienced workers, 2 days for complete beginners.
Where is the training delivered?
At our Wellingborough training centre or on-site anywhere in the UK. If you searched for “MEWP scissor lift training near me” – we can come to you.
Can you run this training on our site?
Yes. We regularly deliver on-site MEWP scissor lift training UK-wide for construction, maintenance, warehousing and industrial companies.
Do you provide the scissor lift and equipment?
Yes at our centre. For on-site training, suitable scissor lifts and a safe training area must be available.
What qualification will I receive?
You will earn an NPORS Operator Card (sometimes called a scissor lift licence or scissor lift ticket): valid 5 years (NPORS) or 2 years (NPORS/CSCS).
Do I need a CITB HS&E test?
If you want the NPORS card to carry the CSCS logo for access to larger sites, you must have passed the CITB Health, Safety & Environment test within the last 2 years.
Is the NPORS scissor lift ticket recognised across the UK?
Yes. The NPORS N109 scissor lift ticket is widely accepted by UK construction, maintenance and industrial employers.
How much does the course cost?
We offer the lowest prices in the UK. If you find a cheaper like-for-like quote, we will match it.
