Aerial Lift Facts
Scissor Lift
- Also known as an aerial work platform, elevating work platform or mobile elevating work platform
- Generally used for general maintenance
- Usually capable of being set up and operated by a single person
Aerial Lift Facts:
Genie Boom
- Also known as a Telescopic boom
- Perfect for areas with limited access in construction and industrial applications
- Easy to adjust drive speed
Aerial Lift Facts:
Bucket Truck
- A bucket truck is used for lifting and lowering workers to places that are too tall for ladders
- Some are designed with a single or double arm boom
- Can be constructed of wood, fiberglass, metal or reinforced plastic
Safety – Always!
Always….
- Work in compliance with your provincial Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
- Read and follow your employer’s procedures for Health and Safety
- Read and follow any equipment Operator’s and Manufacturer’s Manual
- Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Adhere to equipment lifting capacity information and warning signs
- Conduct pre-shift inspections, pre-start up inspections, visual inspections
- Report the absence or defect in any equipment or protective device
- Test all equipment functions to ensure proper working condition
- Avoid hazardous situations, steep slopes, grades and drop offs
- Use the equipment for what is was intended and designed for
- Ensure you are properly trained and authorized to use the equipment
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