If you cannot get all of your outriggers out all the way, what should you do?

When operating heavy machinery, ensuring stability is crucial for safety during lifts. If you cannot fully deploy your outriggers, the correct course of action is to reposition the equipment before attempting the lift. Outriggers serve to stabilize the equipment and prevent tipping; therefore, deploying them fully is essential for maintaining balance and control.

Repositioning the equipment can involve moving it to a more level or solid surface, adjusting its location to ensure that all outriggers can be set up properly, or addressing any obstructions that may be preventing complete deployment. Taking this step ensures that the lift can be performed safely, minimizing the risk of accidents or equipment failure.

Choosing to ignore the issue or proceeding with insufficient outrigger support directly compromises safety. Increasing weight in the bucket could exacerbate instability, while contacting a supervisor might be prudent in some situations; however, the immediate action of repositioning the equipment directly addresses the problem of insufficient outrigger deployment.