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 ...

Ensure you have formal, hands-on training before operating an aerial lift; watching demonstrations is not sufficient. Inspect hydraulic hoses, controls, guardrails, and the platform's condition before ...

An incident involving the uncontrolled descent of a boom at a site in the UK has now been confirmed as a case of a rare ...

Equipment with a traditional oscillating axle may struggle to operate with the boom elevated, out from the transport position to access. That’s because these machines are only rated to work on firm, ...

As technology evolves, new innovations help enhance safety, increase efficiency and improve sustainability, while growing profitability. However, with so many things happening all at once—from ...

National Crane's new NTC80 boom truck features an 80-ton capacity, 156-foot boom, modular counterweights, and fast setup ...

WILLOUGHBY, Ohio – Bucket lifts and aerial platforms have long posed a serious workplace hazard across the United States. Since 2015, Occupational Safety and Health Administration has logged nearly ...

The installation of telecom towers requires accuracy, reliable access, and speed at critical working heights. Most often, the crews work under strict deadlines and manage devices across challenging ...