When using rough terrain scissor lifts, it is really important to use extra caution and be completely aware of your environment in order to maintain safety. The long booms on the machine act as levers from the center of the drive unit. Like for example, a 6 inch bump can result in a 3 foot bounce when the operator is at the driver controls. Take into account all other traffic in the vicinity, as they might not know 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 that 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 wooden chalk blocks that are approved.
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. 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 can conceal deep potholes wherein the lift tires can fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, to the full extension position. 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 drivers regardless of what lift is being used. For instance, if the platform operator is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by employees on the ground which could not accurately access proximity to wiring and therefore, either the worker or the platform itself could be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The worker might be electrocuted unfortunately unless properly insulated.