When utilizing rough terrain scissor lifts, it is vital to utilize extra care and be fully aware of your surroundings in order to maintain safety. The extended booms on the machine act as levers from the center of the drive unit. For instance, a 6 inch bump can result in a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic in the vicinity, because they may not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface that has no water or mud. These areas cover deep potholes which 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 utilize wooden chalk blocks which are approved.
A lot of lifts operate from a metal platform on the end of the boom. The long booms act as levers from the drive unit's center. A 6-inch bump can cause a 3-foot bounce while you are at the driver controls. Be aware of all other traffic. They might not know that you are moving. Plan your assent. Park the boom lift on a flat surface free of any water or mud. These areas can cover deep potholes in which the lift tires can 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 hazard for lift drivers regardless of what lift is being used. Like for example, if the platform driver is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by employees on the ground which can not correctly access proximity to wiring and thus, either the worker or the platform itself could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker might be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.