Safety Operation Guide for Aerial Work Platforms: 10 Key Steps for Beginners To Learn

I. Preparations before Operation: Five Checks Ensure Safety

Site Inspection

Ground load-bearing capacity ≥12 tons/square meter (soft ground with steel plate padding)

Inclination ≤3° (measured with a level)

Vehicle Status

The outriggers are fully extended (all indicator lights are green)

The hydraulic oil level is in the middle of the scale line

Weather Conditions

Wind speed < 12.5m/s (approximately level 6 wind)

Operations are prohibited during thunderstorms or heavy rain

Personal Protection

The safety belt must be fastened (the buckle is fixed at the anchor point of the platform).

Wear anti-slip shoes and a safety helmet

Emergency Tools

The platform is equipped with fire extinguishers and manual descent devices

Ii. Operating Process: 10-step Standardized Operation

Step 1: Start the Engine

Idle for 3 minutes to preheat the hydraulic oil

Step 2: Extend the Outriggers

Sequence: First horizontal outriggers → then vertical outriggers

Confirmation: The outriggers off the ground warning light is off

Step 3: Level the Platform

Automatic leveling: Press the "LEVEL" key (disabled when slope > 3°)

Step 4: Raise the Boom

First lift the main arm → then extend the forearm (avoid rapid impact)

When the height exceeds 10 meters, two people need to work together

Step 5: Platform Lifting and Lowering

Rise: Keep holding down the rise button (release it to stop)

To descend: Press the "Descend Unlock" key first

Step 6: Mobile Platform

The translation speed is ≤0.5m/s

Stop immediately when encountering obstacles (keep a distance of 2 meters).

Step 7: Emergency Handling

Power failure: Immediately activate the manual descent valve (located in the platform control box)

Oil pipe rupture: Shut down the engine. Do not operate before reporting for repair

Step 8: Finish the Vehicle Pick-up

Sequence: First retract the forearm → then lower the main arm → finally engage the legs

Step 9: Cleaning and Maintenance

Clear the debris from the platform

Lubricate the boom joint (using lithium-based grease)

Step 10: Fill in the Record Form

Record working hours and abnormal situations

Iii. Six Strictly Prohibited Behaviors

• Overloading operations (including tools suspended outside the platform)

• Cross high-voltage lines (keep a distance of more than 5 meters)

• Remove the safety limit device

• Move the chassis in the raised state

• Climb the guardrail inside the platform

• Fatigue operation (continuous operation ≤4 hours)

Iv. BOB-LIFT Intelligent Safety System

• Our aerial work platforms are equipped with:

• Anti-collision warning: Automatic alarm for obstacles within 3 meters

• Tilt protection: Automatically locks when the slope is greater than 5°

• Load monitoring: Limit startup in case of overload

If you still have any additional questions about aerial work platforms, please feel free to consult us!