It is really vital to utilize extra caution when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Operators must be fully aware of the surrounding environment. Extended booms on the machinery act as levers from the center of the drive unit. For example, a 6 inch bump can lead to a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic in the vicinity, since they may not know that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface which has no mud or water. These areas conceal 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, extended to their full extension position. Be sure to just utilize wooden chalk blocks that are approved.
Some lifts would operate from the end of the boom on a metal platform. Long 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. Be aware of 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 conceal deep potholes wherein the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, to the full extension position. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks underneath the outrigger pads 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. Like for instance, if the platform driver is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by employees on the ground which can not correctly access proximity 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 correctly insulated.