It is important to utilize extra care when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Drivers should be fully aware of the surrounding environment. Long booms on the machines act as levers from the center of the drive unit. For instance, a 6 inch bump can lead to a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic in the vicinity, because they might not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface which has no water or mud. These areas cover deep potholes that could be possibly cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, fully extended. Be certain to just use wooden chalk blocks which are approved.
Several lifts would 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. 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 in which the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, to the full extension position. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks under 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 utilized. For instance, if the operator of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by personnel on the ground which could not 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 properly insulated.