It is really important to utilize extra caution when utilizing a rough terrain scissor lift. Operators must be fully aware of the surrounding environment. Long booms on the machines act as levers from the drive units center. Like for instance, a 6 inch bump could result in a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Take into account all other traffic nearby, because they may not know that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. 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, use all of the outriggers, fully extended. Be sure to just utilize wooden chalk blocks that are approved.
Several lifts will 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 could 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 water or mud. These areas could cover deep potholes in which the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, fully. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks beneath the outrigger pads to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious danger for lift drivers is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what kind of lift is utilized. For instance, if the driver 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 thus, either the worker or the platform itself could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker could be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.