When utilizing rough terrain scissor lifts, it is essential to use extra caution and be fully aware of your surroundings in order 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 driver is at the driver controls. Take into consideration all other traffic in the vicinity, because they may not be aware 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 potentially cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, utilize all of the outriggers, fully extended. Be sure to just use approved wooden chalk blocks.
Lots of lifts work 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 lead to a 3-foot bounce while you are at the driver controls. Be aware of all other traffic. They may 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 conceal deep potholes wherein the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, fully. 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 platform driver is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by workers on the ground which is not able to accurately access proximity to wiring and thus, either the worker or the platform itself can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The employee might be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.