Disadvantages of Scissor Lifts
A scissor lift is a specific type of mobile scaffolding. This wheel-mounted equipment provides power to a work platform that moves up and down. The lift could be powered by propane, electricity, diesel or gas. Scissor lifts are characterized by various scissor-like joints which lift the machinery by collapsing and expanding. Numerous safety features are built into modern scissor lifts, especially the newer models. Like with any safety features, they may not be able to guarantee safety and several features could occasionally malfunction or they could be overridden by operators manually.
Inadvertent Elevation
Construction workers commonly utilize 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 occur if the workers bump into the elevation controls inadvertently when working. In the ceiling scenario, the controls might be accidentally activated and the platform can rise up and accidentally crush them into the ceiling.
Electrocution
Workers have to be very cautious, making certain they are completely aware of their environment. This would ensure they don't inadvertently electrocute themselves. If, for example, an operator makes direct contact with or inadvertently touches an induction field or an electrical conductor, tragic outcome can happen.
Lateral Loads
It is important to know the loading restrictions while in operation of the scissor lift. These limitations would be labelled in the scissor lift instruction manual. Mis-loading the platform can cause extremely terrible consequences. A lateral-load is one of the possible issues which could happen if the entire lift overturns. This situation occurs when a heavy material or tool like for instance a concrete slab that hangs over the scissor lift platform's side, causing the whole equipment to become unbalanced immediately and really prone to dangerously tipping over.