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 ...

Aerial ladders. Vertical towers. Extendable boom platforms. Articulating (jointing) boom platforms. All are aerial lifts, defined by OSHA as “any vehicle-mounted device used to elevate personnel.” The ...

Genie has announced new safety accessories designed to improve awareness and encourage the use of fall protection on aerial equipment. The first system, called Lanyard Alert, is available in two ...

Using the wrong aerial lift could damage the workplace, the equipment, or cause serious injuries. MEWP manufacturer Haulotte urges managers to ask the following questions to determine the type of unit ...

This safety plan establishes requirements for the safe operation, inspection, and maintenance of aerial lifts to prevent injuries, fatalities, and property damage associated with their use. It aligns ...

The Aerial and Scissor Lift Safety course provides essential knowledge for safely working with these types of equipment. Students will learn to recognize various lifts and their uses, identify ...

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 ...

Tadano introduces AS-63HD, a 1-ton boom lift at bauma 2025 for North America. High safety, stability, 2,200-lb. capacity, and flexible platform ideal for high-reach applications. Tadano is set to ...

Tracks on a boom lift can help navigate rough terrain, but operation on slopes require knowing a lift's maximum slope rating and the degree of slope in the work area. Boom lifts (more recently ...

The three major causes of death when using these lifts are falling off, being on it when it tips over, and being electrocuted while on it. Here are best practices for avoiding these hazards when using ...