When using rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really important to utilize extra care and be completely aware of your surroundings so as to be safe. The long booms on the equipment act as levers from the center of the drive unit. Like for example, a 6 inch bump can cause a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Take into consideration all other traffic nearby, since they may not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent carefully. Park the boom lift on a flat surface that has no water or mud. These areas conceal deep potholes which can be potentially cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, fully extended. Be sure to just use approved wooden chalk blocks.
Some 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 could result in a 3-foot bounce. Consider 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 can cover deep potholes in which the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, to the full extension position. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks under the outrigger pads to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious hazard for lift drivers is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what type of lift is utilized. For example, if the operator of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by workers on the ground that can not accurately access proximity to wiring and thus, either the platform itself or the worker could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The employee could be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.