April 6, 2007, Newsletter Issue #58: Rough Terrain Lifts
Tip of the Week
Lifts come with specs that explain load capacity, the ability of the lift to work safely on inclines, and other performance issues. The standard safety advice for lifts includes a recommendation to work on flat surfaces, but some lifts are built to be operated on rough terrain. These are often aerial work platforms and while some models have 1,500 pound load capacities, they are generally designed to facilitate labor at elevated heights. If you need a lift that can be loaded with equipment or materials, be sure your loads are well within the rated capacity. There are also scissor lifts designed for rough ground. Note that the higher the rated weight capacity, the lower maximum height on some models. No matter what kind of rough terrain material handler you need, it's also very important not to drive the vehicle with the lift extended, which is a tipping hazard. This hazard is bad enough on level terrain; when operating on rough terrain, the risk is greatly increased. Remember, if a lift is not designed for rough terrain, you could be in violation of your warranty and safety regulations by operating it on uneven surfaces.
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