FACTS

• Tip-Over Hazard: Scissor and boom lifts can roll over on uneven ground, slopes, or soft soil — small defects like potholes or drains can cause catastrophic rollover when the platform is extended.
• Falls from the Platform: Workers fall when climbing guardrails for reach, when struck by another vehicle, or when the platform is jolted; standing on rails is a leading contributor.
• Contact with Power Lines: Boom lifts near energized lines can electrocute operators and ground crew; OSHA requires a 10-foot minimum clearance from lines up to 50 kV.
• Crushing and Caught-Between: Operators can be pinned between the top rail […]

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