It is important to use extra caution when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Operators must be completely aware of the surrounding environment. Long booms on the machines act as levers from the center of the drive unit. Like for instance, a 6 inch bump can cause a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Take into consideration all other traffic in the vicinity, since they might 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 conceal deep potholes that can be potentially cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, utilize all of the outriggers, extended to their full extension position. Be certain to only utilize wooden chalk blocks that are approved.
Many lifts operate from a metal platform on the end of the boom. The extended booms act as levers from the drive unit's center. 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 can conceal deep potholes wherein the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, to the full extension position. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks beneath the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious hazard for lift operators is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what type of lift is utilized. Like for example, if the platform driver is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by employees on the ground which could not correctly access proximity to wiring and hence, either the worker or the platform itself could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker could be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.