It is vital to utilize extra care when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Drivers must be fully aware of the surrounding environment. Extended booms on the machinery act as levers from the drive units center. Like for instance, a 6 inch bump could lead to a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic nearby, since they might not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface which has no mud or water. These areas cover deep potholes that can be potentially cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, fully extended. Be certain to only utilize approved wooden chalk blocks.
A lot of lifts work from a metal platform on the end of the boom. The extended booms act as levers from the center of the drive unit. A 6-inch bump could lead to a 3-foot bounce while you are at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic. They might 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 can conceal deep potholes wherein the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, to the full extension position. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks under the outrigger pads to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious hazard for lift operators is overhead power lines. This is due no matter what type of lift is utilized. Like for example, if the driver of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground workers that is not able to accurately access nearness to wiring and therefore, either the platform itself or the worker could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker can be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.