Negative Effects of Using Scissor Lifts
A scissor lift is a particular type of mobile scaffolding. This wheel-mounted machine gives power to a work platform that moves down and up. The lift can be powered by propane, electricity, diesel or gas. Scissor lifts are characterized by various scissor-like joints which lift the equipment by collapsing and expanding. A lot of safety features are built into scissor lifts nowadays, particularly the newer models. Like with any safety features, they might not be able to guarantee safety and some features can be overridden by operators manually or they can occasionally malfunction.
Accidental Elevation
Construction workers normally use scissor lifts to work at higher heights. Workers could hoist the work platform to just beneath the ceiling level. The problem with accidental elevation can happen if the workers accidentally bump into the elevation controls while working. In the ceiling scenario, the controls could be activated accidentally and the platform can rise up and inadvertently crush them into the ceiling.
Electrocution
Employees need to be very careful, making sure they are fully aware of their environment. This will ensure they don't inadvertently electrocute themselves. If, for instance, an operator makes direct contact with or inadvertently touches an induction field or an electrical conductor, tragic consequences could occur.
Lateral Loads
It is essential to be familiar with the loading limitations when in operation of the scissor lift. These restrictions will be labelled in the scissor lift instruction manual. Mis-loading the platform could lead to really terrible consequences. A lateral-load is among the potential issues which could occur if the entire lift overturns. This situation occurs when a heavy tool or material such as a concrete slab that hangs over the side of a scissor lift platform, causing the entire equipment to become immediately unbalanced and greatly prone to tipping over dangerously.