When using rough terrain scissor lifts, it is vital to use extra caution and be fully aware of your environment so as to be safe. The extended booms on the machinery act as levers from the drive unit's center. Like for instance, a 6 inch bump can result in a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic nearby, since they might not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent carefully. Park the boom lift on a flat surface that has no water or mud. These areas conceal deep potholes that could be possibly cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, extended to their full extension position. Be certain to only utilize wooden chalk blocks which are approved.
A lot of 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. 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 mud or water. These areas could conceal deep potholes in which the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, completely. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks beneath 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 used. Like for instance, if the operator of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground personnel which can not correctly access proximity to wiring and hence, either the platform itself or the worker can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The employee can be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.