When utilizing rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really essential to use extra care and be completely aware of your surroundings so as to maintain safety. The long booms on the machine act as levers from the center of the drive unit. Like for example, a 6 inch bump could lead to a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Take into consideration all other traffic nearby, because they may not know that you are moving. Plan your assent carefully. Park the boom lift on a flat surface that has no mud or water. These areas conceal deep potholes which could be potentially cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, utilize all of the outriggers, fully extended. Be certain to just utilize wooden chalk blocks that are approved.
Several lifts would operate from the end of the boom on a metal platform. Extended booms act levers on the drive unit. While you are at the driver controls, a 6-inch bump can lead to 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 water or mud. These areas can conceal deep potholes wherein the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, completely. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks under the outrigger pads to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious danger for lift operators is overhead power lines. This is due no matter what kind of lift is used. For example, if the platform operator is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by employees on the ground that could not correctly access nearness to wiring and thus, either the worker or the platform itself could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker could be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.