When using rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really vital to use extra care and be completely aware of your surroundings so as to maintain safety. The long booms on the machinery act as levers from the center of the drive unit. Like for example, 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, as they might not know that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface that has no mud or water. These areas conceal deep potholes that can be possibly cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, fully extended. Be sure to just utilize approved wooden chalk blocks.
Several lifts will operate from the end of the boom on a metal platform. Long booms act levers on the drive unit. While you are at the driver controls, a 6-inch bump can result in a 3-foot bounce. Be aware of 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 cover deep potholes wherein the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, fully. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks underneath the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious hazard for lift operators is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what kind of lift is used. Like for example, if the platform driver is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by workers on the ground which could not accurately access nearness to wiring and therefore, either the platform itself or the worker can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker can be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.