It is really essential to use extra care when utilizing a rough terrain scissor lift. Drivers should be completely 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 can cause a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic in the vicinity, because they may not know that you are moving. Plan your assent carefully. Park the boom lift on a flat surface that has no mud or water. These areas cover deep potholes which could be probably cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, utilize all of the outriggers, extended completely. Be sure to only utilize approved wooden chalk blocks.
Many lifts work from a metal platform on the end of the boom. The extended booms act as levers from the drive unit's center. 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 know that you are moving. Plan your assent. Park the boom lift on a flat surface free of any water or mud. These areas can cover 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 under the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious hazard for lift operators is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what type of lift is utilized. For instance, if the platform driver is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by workers on the ground that can not correctly access nearness to wiring and thus, either the platform itself or the worker can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The employee could be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.