When using rough terrain scissor lifts, it is important to utilize extra care and be completely aware of your surroundings in order to be safe. The extended booms on the equipment act as levers from the center of the drive unit. For example, a 6 inch bump can result in a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic in the vicinity, as they might not know that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface which has no mud or water. These areas conceal deep potholes that can be probably cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, utilize all of the outriggers, extended completely. Be certain to just utilize wooden chalk blocks that are approved.
Many 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 could cause a 3-foot bounce while you are at the driver controls. 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 could cover deep potholes in which the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, fully. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks beneath the outrigger pads to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious danger for lift drivers is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what type of lift is used. For example, if the platform operator is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by employees on the ground that is not able to correctly access proximity to wiring and thus, either the platform itself or the worker can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker could be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.