It is essential to utilize extra care when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Operators should be fully aware of the surrounding environment. Long booms on the machines act as levers from the drive units center. 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, because they may not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface which has no mud or water. These areas cover deep potholes which could be possibly cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, utilize all of the outriggers, extended completely. Be certain to just use wooden chalk blocks that are approved.
Many 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 can cause a 3-foot bounce while you are at the driver controls. Be aware of 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 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 under the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious hazard for lift drivers is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what type of lift is utilized. Like for instance, if the operator of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground personnel which is not able to accurately access nearness to wiring and thus, either the platform itself or the worker can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker could be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.