When using rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really essential to use extra care and be fully aware of your surroundings so as to maintain safety. The long booms on the machine act as levers from the drive unit's center. Like for example, a 6 inch bump can lead to a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic nearby, because 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 which could be possibly cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, extended to their full extension position. Be certain to only utilize wooden chalk blocks that are approved.
Many lifts work from a metal platform on the end of the boom. The long booms act as levers from the center of the drive unit. A 6-inch bump could lead to a 3-foot bounce while you are at the driver controls. 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 water or mud. These areas could cover deep potholes in which the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, to the full extension position. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks underneath the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
Overhead power lines are a serious danger for lift drivers no matter what lift is being utilized. For example, if the platform driver is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by personnel on the ground that is not able to correctly access nearness to wiring and therefore, either the platform itself or the worker could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker could be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.