It is really important to utilize extra caution when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Operators should be completely aware of the surrounding environment. Long booms on the machinery act as levers from the center of the drive unit. For example, 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 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 probably cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, utilize all of the outriggers, extended to their full extension position. Be sure to just use approved wooden chalk blocks.
Several lifts would operate from the end of the boom on a metal platform. Long booms act levers on the drive unit. While you are at the driver controls, a 6-inch bump could cause a 3-foot bounce. 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 cover deep potholes in which the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, to the full extension position. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks underneath the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious danger for lift operators is overhead power lines. This is due no matter what type of lift is used. Like for example, if the platform operator is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground personnel which is not able to accurately access nearness to wiring and therefore, either the platform itself or the worker can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The employee might be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.