Telescopic or straight boom lifts extend straight out of the base for an extended vertical and horizontal reach. They are ideal for –

Working on rough terrainReaching far during specific jobs (up to 210 ft.)Lifting materials to elevated heights

As with all aerial platforms, operators must follow safety protocols to avoid potential mishaps while operating a telescopic boom lift. As these lifts are used for working at elevated heights, the risk of falls remains a significant concern while operating them. Following simple safety measures, like always wearing a safety harness, not climbing or leaning over the rails, and standing firmly on the lift's platform or bucket floor, can go a long way in ensuring your safety while operating a telescopic boom lift.

It is also essential to operate the lift per the manufacturer's guidelines. For safe operation and maintenance of the lift, you must also take into account OSHA regulations, such as –

Do not carry items larger than the lift's platform.Do not exceed the lift's load capacity limits. (Take into account the combined weight of the operators, tools, and materials when calculating the load)Do not drive the lift with its platform raised unless the manufacturer's guidelines allow this.Do not exceed the horizontal or vertical reach limits.Do not use any lower-level controls unless you obtain permission from the operator(s) in the lift.Do not operate the lift in high winds exceeding 20 mph, even if you have all the necessary safety measures. Do not override electrical, hydraulic, or mechanical safety devices.

When it comes to the maintenance of telescopic boom lifts, you must refer to their maintenance manual to understand their particular requirements. Regardless of your chosen model, daily inspections and regular maintenance are essential to ensure your machine is ready for maximum uptime and performance. During daily inspections, you must check the tyre pressure, fluid levels, drive controls, brakes, emergency lowering function, motion alarms, platform gates, and safety indicator lights. If you detect any issue in the machine, fix it immediately.

Unlike daily inspections, maintenance for a telescopic boom lift is more thorough and entails an in-depth examination of the machine. According to The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), heavy equipment like telescopic boom lifts should be regularly maintained every twelve months. It should not exceed thirteen months without service.

For more information on operating and maintaining your access platform, contact experts at AFI Rentals! As the UK's premier access equipment provider, the company offers the best telescopic boom lifts for hire. To meet customers' diverse needs, they have various models available in different sizes and features. To explore their selection, feel free to visit https://www.afi-rentals.co.uk/. You can also call them on 01924 601 566 to discuss your requirements.