Skyjack Safety
A scissor lift is a specialized kind of industrial machinery which is used for "positioning personnel, their equipment and their tools," according to Skyjack. Anyone who is getting ready to operate this type of equipment must familiarize themselves with the suggested safety and operational measures suggested by the manufacturer to be able to stay safe prior to trying to operate this particular equipment. It can be devastating to any bystanders and the operator themselves resulting in serious injuries if the safety procedures are not followed.
Area
In the best situation, scissor lifts function at optimum levels on totally level ground. The area needs to be inspected and cleared of any loose debris prior to driving a scissor lift over a particular terrain. In order to lessen the risks of the scissor lift tipping over and probably causing the driver to fall from his seat. It is recommended to keep away from steep grades or holes while operating. Bystanders must also remain aware and avoid the operating scissor lift in order to ensure they do not get run over.
Inspection
Prior to attempting to operate a scissor lift, the user should thoroughly check all the integral parts of the machinery. The operator could see if all the components are working correctly before the task is initiated, a functional test is done while the lift is retracted. It is recommended to perform a daily inspection on this machine prior to the shift starting and some places even want an inspection to occur at the end of the shift as well. Different businesses have different rules in place to maintain safety.
Inspecting the tires should be part of the inspection. These components obviously add to the movability of the scissor lift and also provide the equipment with a solid foundation. A faulty or worn tire could blow and throw the operator from their place on top of scissor lift.