After this lesson, you will be able to describe the three main aerial lift designs and their components. You will also be able to use this knowledge to choose the design that best suits the work you are doing. • Describe the design and use of boom lifts, scissor lifts, and vertical personnel lifts • Identify some aerial lift features that provide convenience and facilitate efficient operation • List the factors that influence your selection of an aerial lift for a specific application • Explain the user’s responsibilities for aerial lift safety