It is really essential to use extra care when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Drivers should be fully aware of the surrounding environment. Long booms on the machines act as levers from the drive units center. For example, a 6 inch bump can lead to a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Take into account all other traffic nearby, as they might not know that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface that has no water or mud. 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, completely extended. Be certain to just use wooden chalk blocks that are approved.
Many lifts operate from a metal platform on the end of the boom. The long booms act as levers from the center of the drive unit. A 6-inch bump can 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 cover deep potholes wherein the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, to the full extension position. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks beneath the outrigger pads to prevent the unit from moving.
Overhead power lines are a serious hazard for lift operators regardless of what lift is being utilized. Like for example, if the platform driver is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by personnel on the ground that 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 could be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.