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Walk-Around Inspection – Electric Scissor Lift Inspection
A Walk-Around Inspection must be conducted before a lift is used each day or at the beginning of each shift. The Operation and Safety Manual outlines exactly what you need to look at [...]
General Safety
SAFETY Work in aerial lifts and elevated platforms can be inherently dangerous, and additional hazards can be introduced based on the type of tasks being performed while elevated. Rec[...]
Boom Lift Safety
Boom lifts are a useful and helpful piece of equipment for completing of many construction projects. Because of the size, scale, and structure of boom lifts and all aerial lifts, they[...]
Workplace Safety
It is important for everyone on a jobsite to take the necessary steps to ensure the working environment is safe. It is impossible to foresee and prevent every workplace incident, howev[...]
What is the Difference between an Articulating boom and a Telescopic boom?
A boom lift, sometimes referred to as a cherry picker, can be a very useful piece of equipment on a variety of different job sites. Boom lifts are the ideal choice for applications wh[...]
JLG, Genie and SkyJack Electric Scissor Lifts
There are several companies that manufacture scissor lifts in the United States. Some of the most common brands are Genie, JLG, and Skyjack. Each company has its unique strengths in th[...]