It is important to use extra care when utilizing a rough terrain scissor lift. Operators should be completely aware of the surrounding environment. Long booms on the machinery 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. Take into account all other traffic nearby, as they might not be aware that you are moving. Plan your assent cautiously. Park the boom lift on a flat surface which has no water or mud. These areas conceal 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, fully extended. Be certain to just utilize wooden chalk blocks which are approved.
A lot of lifts operate from a metal platform on the end of the boom. The long booms act as levers from the drive unit's center. A 6-inch bump could result in a 3-foot bounce while you are at the driver controls. Consider 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 mud or water. These areas could conceal deep potholes in which the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, fully. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks underneath the outrigger pads to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious hazard for lift drivers is overhead power lines. This is due no matter what type of lift is used. For example, if the platform operator is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by personnel on the ground which 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 worker can be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.