It is important to utilize extra caution when utilizing a rough terrain scissor lift. Drivers must be fully aware of the surrounding environment. Extended booms on the machinery act as levers from the center of the drive unit. For example, a 6 inch bump could lead to a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic in the vicinity, as they might not know that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface which has no mud or water. These areas conceal deep potholes which could be possibly cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, fully extended. Be certain to just utilize approved wooden chalk blocks.
Several 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 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 can cover deep potholes in which 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 to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious hazard for lift drivers is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what type of lift is used. For instance, if the platform driver is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by employees on the ground which is not able to correctly access nearness to wiring and thus, 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.