When using rough terrain scissor lifts, it is important to use extra caution and be fully aware of your surroundings so as to be safe. The long booms on the machinery act as levers from the center of the drive unit. For instance, a 6 inch bump could lead to a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Take into account all other traffic nearby, since they might 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 which could be possibly cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, extended completely. Be sure to only use wooden chalk blocks that are approved.
Several lifts will 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 could result in 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 mud or water. These areas could cover deep potholes wherein the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, fully. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks under the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
Overhead power lines are a serious hazard for lift operators no matter what lift is being utilized. Like for example, if the platform operator is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by personnel on the ground that can not correctly access nearness to wiring and hence, either the worker or the platform itself could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker might be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.