High Risk Work Licence - Boom-Type EWP (WP) exam-day guide
High Risk Work Licence - Boom-Type EWP (WP) · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Photo identification
Bring the original photo ID that matches your enrolment (e.g., driver licence or passport). Confirm with the provider which forms of ID are accepted and whether a digital copy is allowed.
Assessment booking confirmation
Have your booking confirmation or receipt available, either printed or on your phone. Confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is required.
Safety footwear and work clothing
Wear sturdy safety boots and practical work clothes suitable for operating an EWP. Confirm with the provider if PPE such as a hard hat, hi-vis vest, or gloves is supplied or must be brought.
Language, literacy and numeracy support needs
If you need an interpreter or extra support, arrange it with the provider before the day. Confirm with the provider what support is available and how far in advance to request it.
Medical fitness and any required declarations
Be fit to work at height and disclose any condition that could affect safe operation. Confirm with the provider what health declaration or fitness-for-work evidence is required.
Review the theory content
Revise load charts, stability principles, hazard identification, emergency lowering procedures, and pre-start checks. Use your own notes and the provider's learner guide rather than relying on memory alone.
Plan your travel and arrival time
Arrive at the assessment site with time to spare. Confirm with the provider the exact address, parking, and reporting time, as late arrival may affect your assessment.
Know the practical assessment format
Be ready to demonstrate pre-start inspections, set-up, operation, and shut-down. Confirm with the provider which machine type and assessment tasks will be used.
Personal medication and essentials
Bring any personal medication you may need and water. Confirm with the provider whether food and drink are available on site.
No alcohol or drugs
Do not consume alcohol or impairing substances before the assessment. Confirm with the provider their policy on drug and alcohol testing at the assessment site.
Emergency contact details
Have your emergency contact information available in case it is requested on the day. Confirm with the provider if this is required at enrolment or on the day.
Questions for the assessor
Prepare any clarifying questions about the assessment process. Ask the assessor before the assessment begins, not during a practical task.
Plan the day
Review your theory notes on stability, load charts, hazard identification, and emergency procedures. Practise the pre-start inspection checklist and the sequence for setting up and shutting down the EWP. Confirm your booking details, site address, and reporting time with the provider. Check that your photo ID is current and matches your enrolment. Prepare your safety boots and work clothing.
Get a good night's sleep and avoid alcohol. Re-read the provider's assessment information and candidate handbook. Pack your ID, booking confirmation, and any required PPE. Plan your route and travel time, allowing extra time for traffic or public transport delays. Confirm with the provider if you are unsure about anything on the checklist.
Eat a proper meal and stay hydrated. Arrive at the site at least 15–30 minutes before your reporting time, or as instructed by the provider. Present your photo ID and booking confirmation. Listen carefully to the assessor's briefing and ask any clarifying questions before the assessment starts. Complete any sign-in or safety induction as directed.
Follow the assessor's instructions exactly. Perform the pre-start inspection thoroughly and verbally identify hazards as required. Operate the EWP smoothly and within safe working limits. Use three points of contact when entering or exiting the platform. Demonstrate emergency lowering procedures if asked. Communicate clearly with the assessor and stay calm. If you make a mistake, continue safely and address it if appropriate.
Rules to check
Bring original photo identification that matches your enrolment. Confirm with the provider which forms of ID are accepted and whether digital copies are permitted.
Arrive on time. Late arrival may result in you not being assessed; confirm with the provider their late-arrival policy.
Follow all site safety rules and the assessor's directions at all times. Wear the required PPE for the assessment area.
Do not consume alcohol or any substance that could impair your ability to operate the EWP safely before the assessment. Confirm with the provider their drug and alcohol policy.
Mobile phones and other devices must be switched off or silenced during the assessment unless the assessor directs otherwise. Confirm with the provider their policy on device use.
If you need a break during the assessment, ask the assessor. Confirm with the provider how breaks are managed and whether they affect assessment time.
The assessment is competency-based: you must demonstrate all required skills and knowledge to the standard set by the assessor. Confirm with the provider the specific assessment conditions and re-assessment opportunities.
Respect the assessment environment and other candidates. Do not discuss assessment tasks with others during the assessment. Confirm with the provider any confidentiality or conduct requirements.