Disadvantages of Utilizing Scissor Lifts
A scissor lift is a specific kind of mobile scaffolding. This wheel-mounted machine provides power to a work platform that moves down and up. The lift could be powered by propane, electricity, gas or diesel. Scissor lifts are characterized by a variety of scissor-like joints that lift the equipment by expanding and collapsing. Numerous safety features are built into modern scissor lifts, particularly models which are newer. Like with any safety features, they may not be able to guarantee safety and some features could sometimes malfunction or they can be manually overridden by operators.
Accidental Elevation
Construction workers normally utilize scissor lifts to work at higher heights. Workers could raise the work platform to just beneath the ceiling level. The issue with accidental elevation could take place if the workers bump into the elevation controls inadvertently while working. In the ceiling scenario, the controls might be activated accidentally and the platform could rise up and accidentally crush them into the ceiling.
Electrocution
Employees need to be extremely careful, making sure they are fully aware of their environment. This would ensure they don't inadvertently electrocute themselves. If, for example, an operator accidentally touches or makes direct contact with an electrical conductor or an induction field, terrible outcome could occur.
Lateral Loads
While utilizing a scissor lift, it is essential to be familiar with the loading restrictions in the handbook of your scissor lift. Very serious consequences could take place if the platform is mis-loaded. A lateral-load is one of the possible problems which could occur if the whole lift overturns. This situation occurs if a heavy material or tool like for instance a concrete slab that hangs over the side of a scissor lift platform, causing the whole machine to become instantly unbalanced and greatly prone to dangerously tipping over.