Accidents are common with poorly maintained aerial lifts. Lift accidents are caused by faulty outrigger, wobbly guardrails, hydraulic leaks, defective brakes, and a host of other failures. Lift-related accident risk is mitigated dramatically via professional aerial lift routine maintenance service. Here are just a few documented accidents associated with poorly maintained lift equipment:
- Tip-over incidents usually happen when the operator erroneously position the lift. It also takes place when you hit into an immovable object or the machine malfunctions. Ensure that you position the equipment on level ground far from divots, avoid other objects and make sure the equipment is working properly.
- Fall accidents usually happen when a worker bend too much over the guardrail. Most of the time it is due to wrong distance estimation when reaching the next window or cable. To resolve this common incident, operator must be aware of the risk when operating an air lift at excessive heights. Always ascertain to move the aerial platform at the right position. Regular maintenance is required to ascertain your equipment can be properly maneuvered.
- Electrocutions take place when operators run across an overhead cable or power line. Before turning on your engine, check your surrounding for any obstructions above you. Lower the lift when running beneath wires and avoid moving to hazardous areas. Assume all cable wires live.
Moreover, read the manual for your equipment’s horizontal and vertical reach limits. Stay within this limit for safety.
When it’s time for you and your business to bring your lift operations to a documented safe state, seek aerial lift testing services from the Boston-area professionals who’ve been doing this for decades now. Contact ETS Inspection and Testing Services, and let’s get it done!
