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Working Under a Raised Vehicle Safety Checklist

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Risk Assessment Description:

This working under a raised vehicle safety checklist is designed for vehicle technicians, mechanics and workshop staff in motor‑trade environments such as garages, body‑shops, MOT bays and recovery yards. It guides users through every essential step to safely lift a vehicle on a hydraulic jack, floor jack, trolley jack or axle stand before working underneath.

The checklist reflects the requirements of the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 and incorporates best‑practice guidance from HSE on mechanical repair. It covers planning, competence, the condition of lifting equipment, site conditions, personal protective equipment, collective safety measures and emergency arrangements.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑use checks – confirm the lift set‑up, equipment condition and environment are safe before any work begins.
  • In‑process monitoring – verify that conditions remain safe while work is underway.
  • Completion / make‑safe – ensure the vehicle is safely lowered, the area is left clear and the lift operation is recorded.

Each item is answered Yes, No or N/A. Any No response must be resolved before work continues or before the vehicle is lowered. The checklist can be customised, downloaded as a PDF and shared across the team.

Fully editable and shareable – adapt the questions to suit your workshop, add site‑specific controls and keep the document up to date.

Compliant with: Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998.

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Checks covered in this Working Under a Raised Vehicle checklist

This Working Under a Raised Vehicle safety checklist template covers 29 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
1Has a risk assessment for the lift operation been completed and briefed to all operatives?
2Is a written permit or method statement in place for working under the raised vehicle?
3Is the operative trained and competent to work under lifted vehicles and to operate the jack or stand?
4Is the work area free of unnecessary items and clear of trip hazards?
5Is the floor level, stable and capable of supporting the vehicle and lifting equipment?
6Is the floor surface non‑slipping or is a purpose‑built base used for the jack?
7Is adequate lighting provided for the work underneath the vehicle?
8Is the vehicle securely chocked and wheels blocked before lifting?
9Are wheel chocks placed on the side opposite to the lifting point?
10Is the vehicle’s fuel supply turned off and the engine secured?
11Is the correct type of jack or axle stand being used for the vehicle’s weight and centre of gravity?
12Is the load‑spread pad positioned correctly under the lifting point and free of damage?
13Is the jack’s rated capacity clearly marked and not exceeded by the vehicle weight?
14Is the hydraulic jack inspected for leaks, damaged seals, cracked hoses or worn cylinders?
15Is the pressure gauge on the hydraulic jack functional and reading zero pressure before operation?
16Is the jack’s safety valve unobstructed and set to the appropriate release pressure?
17Are all pins, locks or safety devices on the jack or stand fully engaged?
18If axle stands are used, are they positioned under the correct axle points and securely locked?
19Is the vehicle’s suspension released and the gear selector in neutral (or park) before lifting?
20Is the vehicle’s handbrake applied and parking brake engaged?
21Is the lifting equipment’s examination certificate up to date and displayed?
22Is a barrier or warning sign erected to keep unauthorised persons out of the exclusion zone?
23Are operatives wearing suitable PPE – safety boots, gloves, eye protection and high‑visibility clothing?
24Is a fire extinguisher readily accessible nearby the work area?
25Are first‑aid kits and trained first‑aiders available on site?
26Is a rescue plan in place should the vehicle shift or the jack fail?
27Has the vehicle been safely lowered and all lifting equipment removed after work is complete?
28Is the work area inspected for debris or fluid spills before leaving?
29Has the lift operation been recorded in the maintenance log or lift register?

Frequently asked questions

Are these safety checklist templates really free to download?

Yes — completely free. Customise any checklist to your workplace and download a professional, print-ready PDF in minutes. No paywall — a free account is all you need to download.

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.

Do I need an account to use the checklist templates?

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Can I add my company logo and branding to the checklist?

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How do I complete the checklist once it is downloaded?

The exported checklist is a blank, ready-to-use document: print it and tick Yes, No or N/A against each question and write any comments in the notes space, then sign and date it in the sign-off section.

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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