{"id":60744,"date":"2025-06-19T10:00:45","date_gmt":"2025-06-19T10:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.atlantictraining.com\/blog\/?p=60744"},"modified":"2025-04-17T05:41:01","modified_gmt":"2025-04-17T05:41:01","slug":"up-up-and-away-safely-mastering-mewp-scissor-lift-safety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.atlantictraining.com\/blog\/up-up-and-away-safely-mastering-mewp-scissor-lift-safety\/","title":{"rendered":"Up, Up, and Away, Safely! Mastering MEWP &#038; Scissor Lift Safety"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b>So what exactly is a scissor lift anyway?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Let\u2019s break it down. It\u2019s not a fancy stage prop, it\u2019s a powered platform that moves up and down in a crisscross (aka \u201cscissor\u201d) motion. And it\u2019s not just for construction crews. Scissor lifts are MVPs in maintenance, entertainment, and even hospitals.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Construction:<\/b> Hanging signs, painting, electrical installs.<\/li>\n<li><b>Maintenance:<\/b> Changing bulbs, HVAC access, deep cleaning.<\/li>\n<li><b>Entertainment:<\/b> Rigging, stage lighting, and event setup.<\/li>\n<li><b>Healthcare:<\/b> Hard-to-reach spots in hospitals and clinics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Picking the right lift is half the safety battle<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Not all lifts are created equal. Choose the wrong one, and you\u2019re just one bad tilt away from a workers&#8217; comp claim. Here\u2019s your cheat sheet:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Platform height:<\/b> Can it actually reach where you need it to?<\/li>\n<li><b>Weight capacity:<\/b> You, your gear, and your dignity should all fit comfortably.<\/li>\n<li><b>Application:<\/b> Tight spots need narrow lifts. Outdoor? Go rough terrain.<\/li>\n<li><b>Power source:<\/b> Electric for indoors, diesel for heavy-duty jobs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Which scissor lift fits your vibe?<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Electric:<\/b> Clean, quiet, and built for indoor glory.<\/li>\n<li><b>Rough Terrain:<\/b> Beast mode on wheels for the great outdoors.<\/li>\n<li><b>Diesel:<\/b> Loud, proud, and heavy-duty approved.<\/li>\n<li><b>Hydraulic:<\/b> Compact and simple. Think entry-level but reliable.<\/li>\n<li><b>Pneumatic:<\/b> No electricity? No problem. Compressed air to the rescue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Training isn\u2019t optional, it\u2019s your insurance policy<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re skipping training, you\u2019re not saving time, you\u2019re inviting OSHA to your job site with a fine in hand. Here&#8217;s what your people need to know:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pre-use checklists<\/li>\n<li>How to not treat the lift like a carnival ride<\/li>\n<li>Emergency exits and controls<\/li>\n<li>Proper material handling<\/li>\n<li>How not to defy gravity with poor load placement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Let\u2019s talk about fall protection, because gravity never takes a day off<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Guardrails:<\/b> They\u2019re there for a reason. Use them.<\/li>\n<li><b>No stunt work:<\/b> Never stand or sit on the rails. You\u2019re not auditioning for a circus.<\/li>\n<li><b>Platform etiquette:<\/b> Stay inside the lines. Literally.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Keep your lift stable, or prepare for a wild ride<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Flat ground only:<\/b> This isn\u2019t off-roading. Keep it level.<\/li>\n<li><b>No overloads:<\/b> It\u2019s a lift, not a miracle worker.<\/li>\n<li><b>Distribute the weight:<\/b> Uneven loads make unstable platforms.<\/li>\n<li><b>Outriggers:<\/b> Deploy them when the ground says, \u201cI don\u2019t got you.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Positioning matters, because power lines don\u2019t play<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Look up:<\/b> Power lines, beams, and other overhead drama.<\/li>\n<li><b>Maintain 10 feet clearance:<\/b> Because electrocution isn\u2019t on the task list.<\/li>\n<li><b>Use ground guides:<\/b> Especially in tight or cluttered spaces.<\/li>\n<li><b>Stay still:<\/b> No driving while elevated. This isn\u2019t a parade float.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Maintenance is your secret weapon<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Stick to the manual:<\/b> Not just for IKEA furniture.<\/li>\n<li><b>Lower before repair:<\/b> No one wants a mid-air maintenance mishap.<\/li>\n<li><b>Power down:<\/b> De-energize before you open anything up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>And while we\u2019re at it, here\u2019s another course you\u2019ll want to check out<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Before you even step on that platform, level up your crew\u2019s aerial IQ with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.atlantictraining.com\/course\/mewps-safe-operation-of-aerial-lifts-training-course\"><b>MEWPs: Safe Operation of Aerial Lifts Training Course<\/b><\/a>. Because knowing the difference between a boom and a scissor could save a life, or at least your company\u2019s rep.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Expand your knowledge<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Scissor lifts are essential tools, but they demand respect. Know your lift, know your risks, and train like it matters. Because it absolutely does.<\/p>\n<p>Expand your knowledge with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.atlantictraining.com\/course\/mewps-safe-operation-of-scissor-lifts-training-course\"><b>MEWPs: Safe Operation of Scissor Lifts Training Course<\/b><\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>References<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/publications\/OSHA3842.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow\">Scissor Lifts Safety Guidelines<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/laws-regs\/regulations\/standardnumber\/1926\/1926.451\" rel=\"nofollow\">Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs)<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/niosh\/falls\/aerial-lift\/index.html#:~:text=NIOSH%20Aerial%20lift%20hazard%20recognition,%2C%20tip%20over%20hazards%2C%20etc.\">Aerial Lift Safety<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So what exactly is a scissor lift anyway? 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