When utilizing rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really important to use extra caution and be fully aware of your environment so as to maintain safety. The long booms on the equipment act as levers from the center of the drive unit. For example, a 6 inch bump could cause a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic nearby, because they may not know that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface that has no mud or water. These areas cover deep potholes which could be potentially cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, completely extended. Be certain to only use approved wooden chalk blocks.
Some lifts would operate from the end of the boom on a metal platform. Extended booms act levers on the drive unit. While you are at the driver controls, a 6-inch bump could result in a 3-foot bounce. Consider all other traffic. They might 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 can cover deep potholes wherein the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, completely. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks under the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
Overhead power lines are a serious danger for lift operators regardless of what lift is being utilized. For example, if the driver of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by workers on the ground which could not correctly access nearness to wiring and hence, either the worker or the platform itself could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The employee might be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.