It is vital to use extra caution when utilizing a rough terrain scissor lift. Operators should be completely aware of the surrounding environment. Extended booms on the equipment act as levers from the drive units center. For example, a 6 inch bump can cause a 3 foot bounce when the driver is at the driver controls. Take into consideration all other traffic in the vicinity, as they might 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 that could be possibly cause the occupants to fall if the tires fell into the holes. If provided, use all of the outriggers, fully extended. Be sure to only utilize 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 can result in a 3-foot bounce. Be aware of 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 could fall, tipping the occupants. Extend all outriggers, if provided, completely. Place just approved wooden chalk blocks under the outrigger pads to prevent the unit from moving.
A serious danger for lift operators is overhead power lines. This is due regardless of what kind of lift is used. Like for example, if the operator of the platform is not being aware, or if the platform is being controlled by ground employees which is not able to accurately access proximity to wiring and thus, either the worker or the platform itself can be easily brought into contact with electrical wires. The employee might be electrocuted unfortunately unless correctly insulated.