When using rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really vital to use extra caution and be completely aware of your surroundings in order to be safe. The long booms on the machinery act as levers from the drive unit's center. For instance, a 6 inch bump can result in a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Take into account all other traffic in the vicinity, because they might not be aware 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 probably cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, extended completely. Be sure to only utilize wooden chalk blocks which are approved.
Many 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 cause 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 water or mud. These areas can conceal deep potholes wherein the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, fully. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks underneath 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. Like for example, if the platform operator is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by personnel on the ground which 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 worker might be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.