When utilizing rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really essential to use extra caution and be completely aware of your surroundings so as to be safe. The extended booms on the machine act as levers from the center of the drive unit. For example, a 6 inch bump could lead to a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Consider 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 which has no water or mud. These areas cover deep potholes that could be probably cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, utilize all of the outriggers, completely extended. Be sure to only use wooden chalk blocks which 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 lead to a 3-foot bounce. 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 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 to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious hazard for lift drivers is overhead power lines. This is due no matter what type of lift is used. Like for example, if the driver of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by personnel on the ground which could not correctly access nearness to wiring and thus, either the worker or the platform itself can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker might be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.