When using rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really vital to use extra caution and be completely aware of your surroundings so as to be safe. The 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 driver is at the driver controls. Take into account all other traffic nearby, as they may 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 which can 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 just utilize approved wooden chalk blocks.
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 can cause a 3-foot bounce while you are at the driver controls. 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 mud or water. These areas can conceal deep potholes wherein the lift tires could 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 danger for lift drivers is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what type of lift is used. For example, if the driver of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground employees that could not accurately access nearness to wiring and hence, either the platform itself or the worker could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker could be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.