New MEWP Standards to Go Into Effect in North America
Changes to North American standards (ANSI A92 in the United States and CSA B354 in Canada) are coming – ANSI A92 went into effect in June, 2020, (CSA B354 was published May 2017) and these changes will create a new “normal” for mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs), formerly known as aerial work platforms (AWPs), worldwide.
From a manufacturer’s perspective, here’s what rental stores and MEWP operators need to know about the new standards to be introduced soon:
You should be prepared for changes to the design of all MEWPs that are introduced in 2020 and beyond. All aerial lift manufacturers, including Genie, must comply with these new standards.
The new standards more closely align North American standards requirements with current ISO standards. These new standards dictate how aerial equipment manufacturers serving the North American market, including Genie and its competitors, address wind ratings, chassis angle and load capacity on MEWPs.
To prepare for these standards changes, Genie has been proactively working on a response to implementing the new requirements in its products and practices worldwide. It is important for you to know how Genie is responding to these changes.
ANSI A92 | CSA B354 Resources from Genie
For details on how the new standards will impact rental operations, download our free white paper:
Read the articles below written by the team at Genie for information on a variety of topics surrounding the new ANSI A92 and CSA B354 standards, including frequently asked questions:
Updated Training Requirements
September 25, 2019
One of the biggest challenges facing our industry today is how to increase awareness about why safety training is so important. As the North American aerial industry implements the new ANSI and CSA standards changes, companies need to understand their responsibilities regarding training requirements for Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs). This understanding cannot be limited to what they’re required by law and enforced by OSHA to do. To read more about these updated training requirements and subscribe to Aerial Pros, please provide your email below:
Check back here for more details throughout 2019 about the new MEWP standards coming in North America and how Genie is responding!
*With the implementation of the updated standards, Genie will continue to evaluate and manufacture our products
to meet the most current industry standards worldwide and to provide our customers with innovative, reliable and safe work at height solutions.
Purchasing the ANSI A92 Standards
The ANSI A92 standards can be purchased from the Scaffold and Access Industry Association (SAIA) website by visiting the links below:
ANSI A92 & CSA B354 Standards