When utilizing rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really vital to utilize extra caution and be fully aware of your environment in order to maintain safety. The extended booms on the machine act as levers from the center of the drive unit. For instance, a 6 inch bump can cause a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Take into consideration all other traffic nearby, because 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 cover deep potholes which could be possibly 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 just use approved wooden chalk blocks.
Some lifts would operate from the end of the boom on a metal platform. Long booms act levers on the drive unit. While you are at the driver controls, a 6-inch bump could cause a 3-foot bounce. Be aware of 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 mud or water. These areas could conceal deep potholes wherein 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 no matter 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 personnel that could not accurately access nearness to wiring and therefore, either the worker or the platform itself can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The employee could be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.