It is really vital to utilize extra care when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Drivers should be fully aware of the surrounding environment. Extended booms on the machinery act as levers from the center of the drive unit. For instance, a 6 inch bump can lead to a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Take into account all other traffic in the vicinity, since they might not know that you are moving. Plan your assent carefully. Park the boom lift on a flat surface which has no mud or water. These areas cover deep potholes that could be probably cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, extended completely. Be certain to only use approved wooden chalk blocks.
Many lifts operate from a metal platform on the end of the boom. The extended booms act as levers from the drive unit's center. A 6-inch bump can lead to a 3-foot bounce while you are at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic. They might not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent. Park the boom lift on a flat surface free of any mud or water. These areas could conceal deep potholes wherein the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, fully. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks beneath the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious danger for lift operators is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what type of lift is used. Like for example, if the platform operator is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground personnel that is not able to accurately access nearness to wiring and thus, either the worker or the platform itself can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The employee can be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.