It is really essential to utilize extra caution when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Operators should be completely aware of the surrounding environment. Extended booms on the machines act as levers from the drive units center. For instance, a 6 inch bump could result in a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic in the vicinity, since they may not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface that has no water or mud. These areas conceal deep potholes that could be probably cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, completely extended. Be certain to just utilize wooden chalk blocks which are approved.
Some lifts will 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 cause a 3-foot bounce. Consider all other traffic. They might 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 cover 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 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. Like for example, if the platform driver is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by employees on the ground that is not able to 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 could be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.