It is essential to use extra caution when using a rough terrain scissor lift. Drivers should be completely aware of the surrounding environment. Extended booms on the machines act as levers from the drive units center. Like for instance, a 6 inch bump can cause a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Consider all other traffic nearby, since 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 which could be probably cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, completely extended. Be sure to just utilize approved wooden chalk blocks.
Some lifts will 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 cause 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 can cover deep potholes wherein the lift tires could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, completely. Place only approved wooden chalk blocks beneath the outrigger pads in order to prevent the unit from moving.
Overhead power lines are a serious hazard for lift drivers 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 personnel on the ground which could not correctly access proximity to wiring and thus, either the platform itself or the worker can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The employee can be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.