Employee Manual 2023 - Flipbook - Page 121
Aerial Lift Operation
Many tasks involve employees working at heights. Aerial lifts may be used for this purpose. Aerial
lifts include: High reach, Scissor lift, & Genie-type lifts
Remember...If you have not been trained, don’t operate a lift.
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Receive training on the equipment, and understand its limitations.
Visually check around equipment.
Check engine fluid levels.
Check for proper tire inflation and lug bolt tightness.
Observe external machine frame and components for obvious wear or damage.
Check upper and lower controls for proper operation.
Make sure all platform bolts are in place and secured.
If any problem is found notify your department head before proceeding.
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Check for obstacles, holes, ditches and soft ground.
Make sure the equipment is on a firm level surface.
Check for overhead clearance and location of power lines.
Wear protective head gear.
Distribute the load evenly on platform floor.
Read all safety and operation stickers on the machine.
Remove the key when not in use.
Wear an approved safety harness when required.
Use outriggers, where provided.
Do NOT…
• Allow unauthorized use of the equipment.
• Operate while batteries are being charged (electric lifts).
• Operate the equipment until the platform gates or chains are secure.
• Exceed the rated lift capacity.
• Use on soft or unlevel surfaces.
• Clutter the platform with loose tools or supplies.
• Sit, climb, or lean over guard rails.
• Use planks, ladders, scaffolds, or any item to extend the lift’s reach.
• Override any hydraulic, mechanical, or electrical safety device.
• Operate the equipment in high winds.
• Operate the equipment if any part is faulty.
• Weld over exposed batteries.
• Operate within 10 ft. of high voltage wires.
• Use the equipment as a crane or hoist.
City of Plymouth Employee manual - Page 121 – March 2023
