It is vital to utilize extra caution when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Drivers should be completely aware of the surrounding environment. Long booms on the equipment act as levers from the drive units center. For example, a 6 inch bump can result in a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic nearby, as they might not know that you are moving. Plan your assent carefully. Park the boom lift on a flat surface that 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, use all of the outriggers, extended completely. Be sure to only utilize approved wooden chalk blocks.
A lot of lifts work from a metal platform on the end of the boom. The long 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. Consider all other traffic. They might not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent. Park the boom lift on a flat surface free of any mud or water. These areas could conceal deep potholes wherein the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, completely. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks underneath the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious hazard for lift operators is overhead power lines. This is due no matter what kind of lift is used. For example, if the platform driver is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by personnel on the ground that is not able to correctly access proximity to wiring and thus, either the platform itself or the worker could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker can be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.