When using rough terrain scissor lifts, it is important to utilize extra caution and be fully aware of your environment in order to maintain safety. The long booms on the machine act as levers from the drive unit's center. Like for instance, a 6 inch bump can cause a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Take into consideration all other traffic in the vicinity, as they may not know that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface which has no water or mud. 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. Extended 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 might 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 cover deep potholes wherein the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, completely. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks underneath the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
Overhead power lines are a serious hazard for lift drivers no matter what lift is being used. Like for instance, if the operator of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground employees which is not able to correctly access nearness to wiring and thus, either the worker or the platform itself could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker can be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.