Disadvantages of Scissor Lifts
A scissor lift is a specific kind of mobile scaffolding. This wheel-mounted equipment provides power to a work platform that moves down and up. The lift could be powered by electricity, propane, gas or diesel. Scissor lifts are characterized by various scissor-like joints which lift the machine by collapsing and expanding. A lot of safety features are built into modern scissor lifts, particularly the newer models. Like with any safety features, they might not be able to guarantee safety and some features can sometimes malfunction or they can be overridden by operators manually.
Inadvertent Elevation
Construction workers usually use scissor lifts to work at higher heights. Workers can lift the work platform to just below the ceiling level. The issue with accidental elevation could take place if the workers inadvertently bump into the elevation controls when working. In the ceiling scenario, the controls might be activated accidentally and the platform can rise up and inadvertently crush them into the ceiling.
Electrocution
Workers have to be very cautious, making certain they are fully aware of their environment. This would ensure they don't accidentally electrocute themselves. If, for instance, the operator inadvertently touches or makes direct contact with an electrical conductor or an induction field, terrible consequences can take place.
Lateral Loads
It is essential to be familiar with the loading limitations while in operation of the scissor lift. These limitations would be labelled in the scissor lift handbook. Mis-loading the platform could result in extremely terrible consequences. A lateral-load is amongst the possible problems which could occur if the entire lift overturns. This situation happens if a heavy material or tool like for example a concrete slab that hangs over the side of a scissor lift platform, causing the entire equipment to become immediately unbalanced and really susceptible to tipping over dangerously.