It is essential to utilize extra care when utilizing a rough terrain scissor lift. Drivers should be completely aware of the surrounding environment. Long booms on the machinery act as levers from the drive units center. 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, since they may not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent carefully. Park the boom lift on a flat surface which has no mud or water. These areas conceal 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 sure to just utilize wooden chalk blocks which are approved.
Lots 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 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 cover deep potholes wherein the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, fully. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks underneath the outrigger pads to prevent the unit from moving.
Overhead power lines are a serious hazard for lift drivers no matter what lift is being utilized. For example, if the platform operator is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by workers on the ground that is not able to accurately access nearness to wiring and thus, either the platform itself or the worker could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The employee can be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.