Training

All PDERS lift mechanics are trained and assessed at pre-determined, regular intervals to ensure our staff are equipped to install, modernise, maintain and repair lifts safely and efficiently.

PDERS lift mechanics receive:

• Annual accreditation
• Quarterly, unannounced, Fatality Prevention Audits
• 4 hours classroom training on a quarterly basis
• Ongoing Safety Awareness Training (SAT's)

Lift mechanics basic training matrix includes:

• Brake adjustment and maintenance
• Call back reduction
• Fault finding
• Service routines
• Movement management equipment training
• Multi meter training
• Reading and using straight line diagrams
• Suspension systems
• Service visit tool

PDERS Lift Health and Safety Awareness Training (SAT’s) matrices are used for

• Non-field based staff
• Non-experienced new starters
• Experienced new starters