An aerial work platform, also known as an aerial device, elevating work platform, cherry picker, bucket truck or mobile elevating work platform is a mechanical device used to provide temporary access for people or equipment to inaccessible areas, usually at height.

What are mobile elevated platforms?

Mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) are a types of 'plant', or equipment that facilitate working at height. They consist of a working platform on an extending structure and chassis, with controls for operation.

What is a mobile work platform?

Mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) are mobile items of plant designed to lift or lower people and equipment by a telescopic, hinged or articulated device, or combination of these, from a base support.