When using rough terrain scissor lifts, it is essential to use extra caution and be completely aware of your surroundings in order to be safe. The extended booms on the equipment act as levers from the drive unit's center. Like for instance, a 6 inch bump could cause a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic in the vicinity, since they might 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 cover deep potholes which could be potentially cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, utilize all of the outriggers, completely extended. Be certain to only use wooden chalk blocks which are approved.
A lot of lifts operate from a metal platform on the end of the boom. The long 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 water or mud. These areas could conceal deep potholes in which the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, fully. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks beneath the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
Overhead power lines are a serious danger for lift operators regardless of what lift is being utilized. Like for example, if the driver of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by personnel on the ground which is not able to accurately access nearness to wiring and therefore, either the platform itself or the worker could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker can be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.