When utilizing rough terrain scissor lifts, it is essential to use extra care and be fully aware of your environment so as to be safe. The extended booms on the machinery act as levers from the drive unit's center. Like for instance, a 6 inch bump could cause 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 carefully. Park the boom lift on a flat surface that has no water or mud. These areas conceal deep potholes which could be potentially 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 approved wooden chalk blocks.
A lot of lifts work 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 result in 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 mud or water. These areas could cover deep potholes in which the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, completely. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks under the outrigger pads to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious hazard for lift drivers is overhead power lines. This is due no matter what kind of lift is utilized. For instance, if the platform operator is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground personnel which could not accurately access nearness to wiring and thus, either the platform itself or the worker can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The employee could be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.