- Make sure all access gates or openings are closed and use a body harness or restraining belt with a lanyard attached to the boom or bucket. Stand firmly on the floor of the bucket or lift platform.
- Be aware of overhead clearance and overhead objects, including ceilings.
- Keep a safe distance from power lines (50 feet + fully extended boom from electrical pylons; 30 feet + fully extended boom from cables on wooden poles).
- Read all decals and stencils placed on the machine. If they become illegible, see that they are replaced.
- Examine the machine carefully before each use for physical damage to the structural members, tires, electrical cables, etc. This examination should be complete and all potential deficiencies corrected before further use.
- Adjust travel speed to suit operating conditions. Always clear area before any movement of machine vertically or horizontally.
- Do not drive near drop-offs, holes, or loading docks.
- Do not raise platform on slope or drive onto slope when elevated.
- Do not raise platform on uneven or soft surfaces.
- Do not drive onto uneven or soft surfaces when elevated.
- Do not use without guardrails, mid rails, chain, or bar in place.
- Do not raise platform in windy or gusty conditions.
- Do not exceed rated load.
- Do not use if working platform is not working properly or if any part is damaged, worn or missing.
- Do not use near moving vehicles or cranes.
- Do not stand or sit on guardrails.
- Do not use under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Do not override safety devices.
- Do not raise platform while machine is on a truck,forklift, or other device or vehicle.
- Do not use ladder, scaffolding, or other devices to increase size or working height of platform.