It is really essential to utilize extra caution when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Drivers should be fully aware of the surrounding environment. Long booms on the equipment act as levers from the center of the drive unit. Like for instance, 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, as they might not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent carefully. Park the boom lift on a flat surface that has no mud or water. These areas conceal deep potholes that could be potentially cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, extended completely. Be sure to just utilize wooden chalk blocks which are approved.
Many 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 cause 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 mud or water. 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 only approved wooden chalk blocks under the outrigger pads in order 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 utilized. For instance, if the driver of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground personnel that is not able to correctly access nearness to wiring and therefore, 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.