When working at a height, it becomes your responsibility to keep those under you safe as well. Dropping a hammer from above can cause serious injury to those below a boom lift platform.
To avoid injuring those below you always secure equipment and materials when working at heights. Use all the safety features and tools available and do not skip steps to “save time”. Always put safety first.
Working at heights can often mean working on electricity projects or near wires. Electricity is silent and can be very deadly. Electric workers are aware of the dangers but those not used to working close to electricity may overlook or not be fully aware of the dangers. Look at site plans ahead of time to analyze the location of electric wires. Always treat wires like they are
Examples of other steps to take to ensure the safe operation of a boom lift are:
Knowing where the lift emergency stop and lowering measure is and how to use it
Never operate a lift alone
Always wear safety harnesses and other PPE
Secure all tools when working on a raised platform
Never work a boom lift with another worker standing under the platform
Use a boom lift only if the base is on even and stable ground
Survey the area up in the air where the operator will be working for exposed wires and other potential hazards
Request proper training and never operate a boom life if you do not know how to do so
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