It is really vital to utilize extra care when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Drivers must be fully aware of the surrounding environment. Long booms on the machines act as levers from the drive units center. For instance, a 6 inch bump can cause a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic in the vicinity, because they might not know that you are moving. Plan your assent carefully. 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, utilize all of the outriggers, extended completely. Be certain to only use wooden chalk blocks that are approved.
Some lifts would 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. 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 water or mud. These areas can cover deep potholes in which the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, fully. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks underneath the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
Overhead power lines are a serious hazard for lift drivers no matter what lift is being used. Like for example, if the platform operator is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground employees that is not able to correctly access nearness to wiring and thus, either the worker or the platform itself can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker can be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.