An aerial lift is very similar to a boom lift, as they both areused to ascend up in a construction site and work in hard to reachareas. The aerial lift operates by extending its arms and joints toascend and maneuver the operator where they want to go. Using oneof these lifts sound simple, but operating it correctly willvirtually eliminate hazards.Inspecting the Aerial LiftYou’re going to want to inspect the lift before you operate it.Even though it doesn’t seem like you would need to, you really do.Check for leaks that might be coming from beneath the aerial liftplatform and also from hoses or fittings. Check the tires andcontrols as well. Checking the controls means starting the lift andchanging the control over to the “ground” or “base,” and alsochecking all of the functions of the lift.