Standard slope to operate a derrick/bucket truck on?
Standard slope to operate a derrick/bucket truck on?
(OP)
I would like to know what the standard slope is that you can safely operate a standard derrick/bucket truck on. I have come across what seems to be a general answer of 5%. That 5% corresponds to approx 11 to 1 which just seems too conservative. Is that a good rule of thumb or can a derrick truck safely operate on slopes that are steeper?





RE: Standard slope to operate a derrick/bucket truck on?
RE: Standard slope to operate a derrick/bucket truck on?
-Instead of 5% it is 5 degrees that I am finding.
RE: Standard slope to operate a derrick/bucket truck on?
We know what is involved here and that is claims against the mfgr.
So, no one probably will offer a limit. I'd check with my insurance agent about coverage in case some accident happens at a steeper slope.
RE: Standard slope to operate a derrick/bucket truck on?