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Vehicle Jacking Safety Checklist

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Risk Assessment Description:

This vehicle jacking safety checklist template is designed for motor trade workshops, dealerships and body shops to ensure safe lifting of vehicles for inspection, repair or tyre work. It follows the requirements of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑use checks – confirm the vehicle, jack and stands are ready before work starts.
  • In‑process checks – verify conditions remain safe while the vehicle is lifted.
  • Completion checks – ensure the vehicle is safely lowered, equipment is stored and the area is clear.

Each item is answered Yes, No or N/A. Any No response must be resolved before work proceeds. The checklist covers risk assessment, competence, ground conditions, correct jacking points, equipment inspection, use of stands and wheel chocks, PPE, exclusion zones and emergency arrangements.

The appointed mechanic should complete the checklist on site, record any “No” answers and implement corrective actions before the lift continues. Completed forms are filed with the job record and retained as required by PUWER.

When a vehicle is lifted, ensure the area is continuously monitored and that a rescue plan is in place. After the job, store the jack and stands securely and keep the completed checklist with the vehicle service record for future reference.

Fully editable and shareable – customise the questions to suit your workshop, download as a PDF and share with your team.

Compliant with: Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998; Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.

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Checks covered in this Vehicle Jacking checklist

This Vehicle Jacking safety checklist template covers 28 checks. Customise the questions to your workplace, then download a professional, print-ready PDF with Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space.

#Checklist item
1Is a written method statement or permit for the jacking operation available and signed?
2Has a risk assessment for the jacking operation been carried out and briefed to all operatives?
3Is the mechanic trained, competent and authorised to perform vehicle jacking and use of stands?
4Is the work area free of unnecessary items, tools and other traffic?
5Is the ground firm, level and free of oil, water or debris that could cause slipping?
6Is the weather suitable – no rain, high winds or extreme temperatures that could affect stability?
7Are wheel chocks placed securely on the wheels remaining on the ground?
8Are the vehicle manufacturer's recommended jacking points identified and used?
9Is the hydraulic or bottle jack inspected for leaks, damage and correct pressure rating?
10Is the jack's hydraulic fluid at the correct level and free from contamination?
11Is the jack's safety valve functional and not obstructed?
12Is the jack's handle securely attached and free from cracks?
13Is the jack clearly marked with its safe working load and suitable for the vehicle weight?
14Is the lifting pad or saddle appropriate for the vehicle's jacking point and in good condition?
15Is the jack rated for the weight of the vehicle being lifted?
16Are jack stands or axle stands inspected for cracks, deformation or worn safety pins?
17Are the stand's legs free of damage and securely fastened?
18Are the stands positioned on a hard, level surface and correctly aligned under the vehicle?
19Is the load evenly distributed and the vehicle centred on the stands?
20Are the safety pins and locking mechanisms on the stands fully engaged and not bent?
21Is the vehicle’s parking brake applied and transmission in neutral/park?
22Is the vehicle’s ignition switched off and keys removed?
23Is appropriate PPE (gloves, safety boots, eye protection) worn by the operative?
24Are exclusion zones marked and signage placed to keep unauthorised persons clear?
25Is a competent person available to supervise or intervene if the lift becomes unstable?
26Are emergency rescue procedures and first‑aid arrangements in place should a collapse occur?
27After work, has the vehicle been safely lowered, stands removed and the area cleared?
28Has any damage to the vehicle, jack or stands been recorded and reported?

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What format do the safety checklists download in?

Checklists download as a professional PDF, ready to print and complete on-site — each question has clear Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space. You choose portrait or landscape at download. Word and spreadsheet formats are being added.

Can I customise the checklist questions to my workplace?

Yes — fully. Add your own questions, edit or remove any of the pre-written ones, and reorder them to suit your site, task or inspection before you download.

Are the safety checklists suitable for UK workplaces?

Yes. The checklists are written around UK health and safety good practice and HSE guidance, and are suitable for inspections, audits, toolbox checks and routine workplace monitoring.

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How do I complete the checklist once it is downloaded?

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What types of safety checklist can I create?

We are building specialist checklists across a wide range of subjects and industries — fire safety, workplace inspections, equipment and machinery checks, site inductions, vehicle checks, PPE, first aid and more. Browse by category to find the right one.

How often should safety checklists be completed?

It depends on the activity and your risk assessment — many checks are daily, weekly or monthly, while others are done before each task or shift. Completed, dated checklists provide a useful record of your monitoring.

Are the checklists a substitute for a risk assessment?

No. A checklist is a monitoring and inspection tool that complements your risk assessments and method statements — it helps confirm that controls are in place and working. Use them alongside your risk assessments.

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