When utilizing rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really essential to use extra caution and be completely aware of your surroundings in order to be safe. The extended booms on the machine act as levers from the center of the drive unit. Like for instance, a 6 inch bump could cause a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Consider 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 which has no water or mud. These areas conceal deep potholes that could be probably cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, utilize all of the outriggers, extended completely. Be sure to just utilize approved wooden chalk blocks.
A lot of lifts operate from a metal platform on the end of the boom. The extended booms act as levers from the center of the drive unit. A 6-inch bump could cause a 3-foot bounce while you are at the driver controls. Be aware of all other traffic. They may 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 beneath the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
Overhead power lines are a serious hazard for lift drivers no matter what lift is being utilized. For example, if the driver of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by personnel on the ground which is not able to accurately access nearness to wiring and thus, either the platform itself or the worker could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The employee could be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.