When using rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really important to utilize extra care and be fully aware of your surroundings so as to be safe. The long booms on the equipment act as levers from the drive unit's center. For example, a 6 inch bump can cause a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Take into consideration all other traffic nearby, because 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 that can be possibly cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, utilize all of the outriggers, fully extended. Be sure 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 extended booms act as levers from the center of the drive unit. A 6-inch bump can lead to 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 water or mud. These areas could cover deep potholes wherein the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, completely. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks beneath 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 type of lift is used. For example, if the platform driver is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by personnel on the ground which can not correctly access nearness to wiring and thus, either the platform itself or the worker can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker might be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.