Lifts come with a set of guidelines set down the manufacturer that must be complied with for maximum safety. The load capacity limit is the most obvious of these, but there are others, including “slope tolerance” or rules dictating at what angle a lift must not be used. A sloped work surface offers a heightened tipping hazard, and uneven ground can provide a very dangerous and unpredictable set of conditions for a lift, even if it is meant to handle the weight of workers only. Check the owner manual to insure you are operating a lift well within the guidelines for sloped or uneven ground, and do not deviate from lift guidelines. Knowing all your lift tolerances and capacities will prevent a safety incident if those issues are properly respected.

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