Over a one-year period, OSHA investigated ten preventable fatalities and more than 20 preventable injuries resulting from a variety of incidents involving scissor lifts. OSHA’s investigations found ...

There are few pieces of equipment more versatile and more useful than the modest aerial lift. Whether they need access to high job sites, want an alternative to scaffolding or are eager to complete ...

After investigating hundreds of scissor lift accidents, OSHA says that using proper fall protection, with the correct stabilization and positioning techniques, is the most effective way to prevent ...

Ensure you have formal, hands-on training before operating an aerial lift; watching demonstrations is not sufficient. Inspect hydraulic hoses, controls, guardrails, and the platform's condition before ...

To some extent, an aerial lift offers the stability of scaffolding with the mobility of a ladder. OSHA defines “aerial lift” as “any vehicle-mounted device used to elevate personnel.” OSHA says aerial ...

Aerial lifts are having a moment. Not only have they started to replace ladders and scaffolding on jobsites everywhere, but they’ve also garnered attention due to their mobility, flexibility, and ...