Stabilizers must be visually inspected after setup to assure they are ______ before operating the Aerial Device?

Stabilizers must be visually inspected after setup to assure they are ______ before operating the Aerial Device?

• A. Loose
• B. Bent
• C. Firm to Ground
• D. Rusted

Answer: (C)

The stabilizers must provide a solid, unmoving base for the aerial device. Before raising the boom, you verify they are firmly in contact with the ground so the base doesn’t tilt or shift under load. This means each stabilizer pad sits flat on the surface with no wobble, the legs are fully extended to the proper width, and all pins or locks are secured. When the stabilizers are firmly on the ground, the outriggers distribute weight evenly and the device stays stable during operation, reducing the risk of tipping or collapse. If you notice looseness, bending, or corrosion, those signs indicate the stabilizers aren’t secure and the setup isn’t safe to operate until corrected.

The stabilizers must provide a solid, unmoving base for the aerial device. Before raising the boom, you verify they are firmly in contact with the ground so the base doesn’t tilt or shift under load. This means each stabilizer pad sits flat on the surface with no wobble, the legs are fully extended to the proper width, and all pins or locks are secured. When the stabilizers are firmly on the ground, the outriggers distribute weight evenly and the device stays stable during operation, reducing the risk of tipping or collapse. If you notice looseness, bending, or corrosion, those signs indicate the stabilizers aren’t secure and the setup isn’t safe to operate until corrected.