How can you minimize the risk of inadvertently contacting electrical lines?

Maintaining a safe distance and using a spotter is essential for minimizing the risk of inadvertently contacting electrical lines while operating lifts. Keeping a safe distance ensures that the lift's boom or platform does not encroach upon the space where power lines are located, which significantly reduces the likelihood of accidental contact.

Using a spotter adds an important layer of safety. The spotter can monitor the lift's movements and provide guidance to the operator, helping to navigate around hazards such as overhead power lines. This team approach enhances awareness and communication, allowing for safer operations. The spotter can alert the operator to potential dangers that might not be visible from the operator's perspective, ensuring that appropriate precautions are taken.

In contrast, using the lift in close proximity to power lines increases the chances of contact and is inherently risky. Conducting operations without a spotter can lead to a lack of situational awareness and a higher likelihood of accidents. Operating lifts only in enclosed areas may limit the need to consider overhead hazards but does not address situations where lift operations might occur near such risks.