When using 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 drive unit's center. For example, a 6 inch bump could lead to a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic in the vicinity, as they may not know that you are moving. Plan your assent carefully. Park the boom lift on a flat surface which has no mud or water. These areas conceal deep potholes that could be probably 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 utilize 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 can lead to a 3-foot bounce. 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 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.
Overhead power lines are a serious danger for lift operators no matter what lift is being used. Like for example, if the driver of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground personnel which 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 properly insulated.