When using rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really important to use extra care and be fully aware of your environment so as to maintain safety. The long booms on the equipment act as levers from the drive unit's center. For example, a 6 inch bump could cause a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Take into account all other traffic nearby, since 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 cover deep potholes which can be probably cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, utilize all of the outriggers, fully extended. 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 long booms act as levers from the drive unit's center. A 6-inch bump can lead to a 3-foot bounce while you are at the driver controls. Consider 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 in which the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, fully. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks beneath the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
Overhead power lines are a serious danger for lift drivers regardless of what lift is being utilized. Like for instance, if the operator of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground employees which is not able to correctly access nearness to wiring and thus, either the platform itself or the worker could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker might be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.