MEWP.guide technical guide
Working height vs platform height
Understand the difference between MEWP working height and platform height and compare manufacturer figures correctly.
Platform height
Platform height is the maximum height of the platform floor. It is a physical machine dimension and does not include an assumed operator reach.
Working height
Working height is a manufacturer-stated convention intended to represent the height an operator may reach from the platform. The allowance above platform height can vary by market and source.
How to compare machines
Use the same measurement across every candidate. For a work position, confirm the required platform-floor level as well as the task height, then check the current manufacturer document for the applicable configuration.