It is really vital to utilize extra caution when utilizing a rough terrain scissor lift. Drivers should be fully aware of the surrounding environment. Extended booms on the machines act as levers from the center of the drive unit. Like for instance, a 6 inch bump could cause a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Take into consideration all other traffic in the vicinity, because they may not know that you are moving. Plan your assent carefully. Park the boom lift on a flat surface that has no water or mud. These areas conceal 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 sure to just utilize approved wooden chalk blocks.
Several 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 can 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 mud or water. These areas could conceal deep potholes wherein the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, completely. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks under the outrigger pads to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious danger for lift operators is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what kind of lift is used. For instance, if the operator of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground workers that can not correctly access proximity to wiring and thus, either the platform itself or the worker could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker might be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.