Items Tagged with 'Aerial work platform'

Although aerial lifts have replaced ladders and scaffolding on many jobsites, several hazards are associated with their use.

What should qualified inspectors look for when examining an aerial device that has made electrical contact?

Workers using aerial lifts can be injured or killed if they don’t know how to operate them safely.

Redmond, WA – Genie Industries, a manufacturer of lifting and material handling equipment, on July 21 issued a safety recall for certain aerial lifts, stating that the platforms may drop because of premature wear of the upper wear pads.

Washington – NIOSH has developed a webpage about aerial lifts and their risks to workers.

The JLG LiftPod FT140 is simple to assemble, operate and transport, and enhances jobsite productivity.