The aerial work platform truck is generally used for temporary, flexible access purposes such as maintenance and construction work or by firefighters for emergency access, which distinguishes them from permanent access equipment such as elevators. Look at the below picture

But what should be done before you operate it? Here are some tips:

First, do some preparation before driving

A. Check oil level, water level, power supply, tire pressure and other routine inspection.

B. The use of high-altitude work vehicles must be in a wide flat ground, and the four legs must be extended and reliable force support, to ensure that the vehicle in the horizontal state.

C. Check whether the oil level of hydraulic oil tank is at the specified value.

D. Check whether each arm is retracted in place and whether there is looseness in each connection.

Second, do some parking and workplace inspections

When the truck arrives at the construction site, first check whether the workplace is suitable for safe operation.

Take care to avoid the following dangerous situations:

A. Check for steep slopes or caves

B. Check for protrusions, ground obstacles or debris

C. Check the air for obstructions and dangerous positions of high voltage wires

D. Not sufficient to support the full load applied by the machine

E. Wind and weather conditions

F. Unauthorized personnel appear

G. Other possible unsafe conditions

The following should also be known before operation

First, tilt danger

People or equipment on the platform shall not exceed the maximum capacity of the platform, and the boom can only be raised or extended when the machine is on solid, flat ground.

Work is prohibited in inclement weather

Do not operate the truck during strong winds or gusts, do not increase the platform surface area or load, increase exposure to the area in the wind will reduce the stability of the machine. When the wind level exceeds 12.5m/s, the truck shall not be operated.

Second, danger of falling

A. Personnel on the platform must wear safety belts or comply with safety facilities stipulated by the state and fix them on fixed points on the platform. When operating the machine, the operator is advised to wear a qualified safety helmet, do not sit, stand or climb on the platform guardrail, at any time should be stable standing on the platform floor.

Do not climb off the platform while the platform is being lifted.

B. Keep the platform surface free from debris

C. Lower the platform entry bar before operation

Third, risk of collision

A. Check for obstacles or other possible hazards within the working radius and over the operation

B. When grasping the platform guard rail, beware of the risk of extrusion

C. Lower the boom only when there are no people or obstacles in the lower area

7. Danger of explosion and fire

A. Do not start the engine if you smell or detect liquefied petroleum gas, gasoline, diesel or other explosive objects

B. Do not oil the machine while the engine is running

C. only in open, well-ventilated areas, away from sparks, flames and burning cigarettes, can the engine be refueled and the battery charged

D. Do not use the machine where there is danger or the possibility of flammable or explosive gases or particles

Knowing these tips all can make you operate the aerial work platform truck safely.