It is essential to use extra caution when utilizing a rough terrain scissor lift. Drivers should be fully aware of the surrounding environment. Extended booms on the machines act as levers from the center of the drive unit. For example, a 6 inch bump can lead to a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Take into account all other traffic nearby, as they may not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface that has no water or mud. These areas conceal deep potholes which can be potentially cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, fully extended. 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 extended 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. 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 can conceal deep potholes in which the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, completely. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks underneath the outrigger pads to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious danger for lift drivers is overhead power lines. This is due no matter what kind of lift is used. For instance, if the driver 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 could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker might be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.