It is essential to use extra care when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Drivers must 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. Take into consideration all other traffic in the vicinity, as 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 that can be possibly cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, extended to their full extension position. Be certain to just utilize approved wooden chalk blocks.
Lots of lifts operate from a metal platform on the end of the boom. The extended booms act as levers from the center of the drive unit. A 6-inch bump can result in a 3-foot bounce while you are at the driver controls. Be aware of 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 can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, completely. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks beneath the outrigger pads 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 example, if the operator of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground workers which is not able to correctly access proximity to wiring and hence, either the platform itself or the worker can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker can be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.