It is really important to utilize extra caution when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Operators must be fully aware of the surrounding environment. Extended booms on the machinery act as levers from the center of the drive unit. Like for instance, a 6 inch bump could lead to a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Take into account all other traffic nearby, since they may 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 conceal deep potholes which could be potentially cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, utilize all of the outriggers, extended to their full extension position. Be certain 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 long booms act as levers from the center of the drive unit. A 6-inch bump could lead to a 3-foot bounce while you are at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic. They may not know that you are moving. Plan your assent. Park the boom lift on a flat surface free of any mud or water. These areas can cover deep potholes in which the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, to the full extension position. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks underneath the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious danger for lift drivers is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what type of lift is used. 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 worker or the platform itself can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker can be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.