When utilizing rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really essential to utilize extra care and be completely aware of your surroundings in order to be safe. The long booms on the machinery act as levers from the drive unit's center. Like for instance, a 6 inch bump can cause a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic in the vicinity, as they may not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface which has no mud or water. These areas conceal deep potholes which can be potentially cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, utilize all of the outriggers, completely extended. Be sure to just utilize approved wooden chalk blocks.
A lot of lifts work from a metal platform on the end of the boom. The long 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. Consider all other traffic. They may 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 in which the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, fully. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks underneath the outrigger pads to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious danger for lift operators is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what kind of lift is utilized. For instance, if the platform operator is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by personnel on the ground that can not accurately access nearness to wiring and hence, either the platform itself or the worker can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker can be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.