Whether you rent manlifts to wash windows or perform repairs to power lines, it’s important that you follow the required and recommended safety precautions. This type of machinery is heavy and involves heights, which means failure to exercise caution could lead to serious injury. Refer to the following helpful safety advice from equipment rental professionals. 

4 Safety Tips for Operating Manlifts

1. Wear the Proper Gear

Prior to getting into the basket of a manlift, make sure you are properly attired. Wear a hard hat, safety goggles, and steel-toe boots to protect your body from falling objects and shrapnel. Wear long sleeves, pants, and rubber gloves to prevent burns to your skin or electrical shock.

2. Inspect & Warm Up Equipment

Once you have your equipment rental, perform a quick inspection of your manlifts. Take a look at the pulleys and cables, and make sure they are not loose or detached. Check the tires for low pressure and flats. Test the lifts and hydraulics to make sure they operate correctly. 

3. Use Safety Harnesses

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, anyone who ascends and descends in manlifts must wear safety harnesses, including lanyards attached to the work platform. These harnesses and lanyards will keep you up to six feet off the ground in the event of falls. 

4. Beware Uneven Ground & Excess Weight

Before you operate manlifts, check the weight limits in the manufacturer’s manual, and compare them against what you plan to lift. If you find it necessary to work on an incline or decline, use wheel chocks to level out the rear of the manlift and prevent it from rolling downhill during the job. 

The next time you need heavy machinery, get in touch with The Hole Works for an excellent selection of manlifts, bulldozers, backhoes, excavators, and holes diggers. For over 20 years, they have provided Franklinville, NY with equipment rentals, hardware, hole drilling, roadside assistance, and AAA towing services. Call (716) 676-3998 today to speak with a representative about scheduling equipment rentals, and visit them online to take a look at prices.