Boom Trucks - Features & How to Prevent Accidents Nov. 2014 | Page 2

What you should do

What you Shouldn’t Do

Have the worksite inspected before
starting work. Any disorders must be
repaired before operating the
machinery

Avoid parking on irregular grounds to
reduce tipping incidents

Have the boom control inspected.
Everything should be in fully
serviceable condition.

Only lift a suitable weight in the
bucket. Read the user manual for
weight limits. Little negligence may
cause fatal issue.

Seek out indications of loose or
damage parts that require repair.

Heavy gusts of wind especially beyond
the speed of 30 miles per hour are
extremely dangerous for boom/bucket
truck’s lifting. Avoid lifting during
these conditions to reduce accidents or
injuries.

Possess the hydraulic outriggers in the
correct alignment to improve the
stability of the vehicle.

Do not try to drive the truck as soon as
the crane is up high plus the worker
continues to be inside the bucket.