All lifts are heavily inspected and tested upon client return and before sending out to another client, so any and all malfunctions are not liable by Sprint Rentals. Maintenance of these machines are the responsibility of the renter when in their hands.
Are harnesses required for use with Scissor Lifts?
No, as OSHA maintains that a proper guardrail system is more than enough. We still highly recommend that you use a harness or an additional fall protection incase a worker is liable to leave the work platform or the guardrail is inadequate.
Can lifts be used on rough or uneven terrain?
Yes but only specific lifts that are built for those situations. An average scissor lift should not be used on rough terrain as this would potentially lead to accidents.
What are the main causes of accidents with scissor lifts?
Poor stability is the main reason for accidents involving scissor lifts. Improper handling of these machines or not securing them correctly is what can lead to instability and lead to injuring your crew and damaging your machines.
Do you need any certification in order to operate a scissor lift?
Anyone who works with or around a scissor lift must be certified in accordance with OSHA. Employers are also required to provide instruction on specific information for job sites pertaining to the use of these lifts.
What’s the max height of a scissor lift?
Typically a scissor lift can reach between 32 to 40 feet, although some can go as high 50 feet. For jobs where you need something to reach higher, please check out our boom lifts instead.
How much do Scissor Lifts weigh?
A scissor lifts weight can range from 2,000 lbs. to 4,700 lbs.
What is a Scissor Lift?
Scissor lifts are a type of aerial lift that consists of a mechanism of folding supports arranged in an “x” pattern. These lifts normally only move upward but some can have limited horizontal movement when in use.