MEC Scissor Lifts Long Beach

Safety Requirements for Scissor Lifts

According to both OSHA and HRSDC, scissor lifts or "movable scaffolds" are industrial machinery capable of lifting heavy and big loads that are balanced well. They are responsible for transporting workers and their supplies to and from high areas in an efficient and safe way. Because these mobile heavy equipment are categorized as heavy machines, there are many safety requirements which apply to the use and maintenance of scissor lifts.



Movement

Scissor lifts could be driven around or moved on wheels to make them able to access various places. These pieces of equipment have been designed to move heavy loads, individuals and equipment up or down from height. For safety reasons, employees are not permitted to ride on a scissor lift during the relocation process. Typically, this is to help make certain that no one falls from the machine while it is being utilized. All staff working directly with as well as around the equipment should be informed regarding its movement prior to the operator releasing the safety brake in order to make the lift move. Constant communication around heavy equipment helps keep the working place and all those in it safe.



Fall Protection

There are some stringent safety rules to follow about the safety standards for the scissor lifts in an effort to make certain that employees do not fall from the lift when they are operating it. Though scissor lifts are not required to be enclosed, there are features such as guard rails positioned around the lift perimeter in addition to a lock which should be engaged on the lift platform entrance each and every time the lift is being used. There are also slip guards in position for added safety.



Another safety habit which workers must consider is to make certain that all cargo are fastened safely before any lifting. This should ensure that nothing on the lift platform causes anyone to be injured.

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