When utilizing rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really vital to utilize extra care and be fully aware of your surroundings so as to maintain safety. The long booms on the machine act as levers from the drive unit's center. Like for instance, a 6 inch bump could result in a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic nearby, since they might not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent carefully. Park the boom lift on a flat surface which has no water or mud. These areas conceal deep potholes that could be potentially cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, extended completely. Be certain to just use wooden chalk blocks which are approved.
Some lifts would operate from the end of the boom on a metal platform. Extended booms act levers on the drive unit. While you are at the driver controls, a 6-inch bump can result in a 3-foot bounce. Be aware of all other traffic. They might 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 could cover deep potholes in which the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, to the full extension position. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks under the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious hazard for lift drivers is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what kind of lift is used. For instance, if the platform operator is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground personnel that is not able to accurately access nearness to wiring and hence, either the worker or the platform itself can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker might be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.