FAQs About Scissor Lifts
United Rentals carries used scissor lifts for sale from trusted manufacturers, including Genie, Haulotte, Hy-Brid Lifts, JLG, MEC and Skyjack. Used scissor lifts for sale from United Rentals range from 8-foot-high platforms to 70-foot-high platforms and from 30 inches to 68 inches in platform width. With no time limits on getting a job done, no rental agreements and no managing return dates, buying a used scissor lift definitely has its advantages. Learn more about the types and sizes of scissor lifts in our Project Uptime article.
Learn more about our scissor lifts in our FAQ section below.
Scissor lift batteries can last several years with proper maintenance and efficient equipment use. By removing corrosion and routinely testing and monitoring the equipment, scissor lift batteries can last up to three times longer than improperly maintained equipment.
Yes, OSHA requires all scissor lift operators to be trained and certified before operating a scissor lift. Scissor lift risks include falling, tipping and colliding with obstacles. Therefore, every operator needs to know how to use the controls safely, inspect the scissor lift and complete basic functions before working on the jobsite. Sign up for one of our scissor lift certification courses today to receive hands-on equipment training.
Routine inspections are of vital importance for scissor lift safety and maintenance. How you use the equipment determines how often inspections are needed. Every 90 days or 150 hours of use, whichever comes first, is the standard for lift inspections. Users should not allow 13 months to pass since the last inspection. United Rentals offers equipment service and inspection of owned equipment to keep your fleet maintained.
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