Jacking and Axle Stand Safety Toolbox Talk

This toolbox talk gives vehicle technicians, mechanics and workshop staff a concise, practical guide to safely jack and support cars, vans and light trucks. It details the step‑by‑step process from pre‑lift inspection through safe lowering, highlighting hazards such as equipment failure, loss of stability and crushing injuries.

The guidance aligns with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) and the British Standard BS EN 13155, ensuring legal compliance and industry best‑practice safety. Following these procedures helps staff reduce injury risk, protect vehicle components and avoid costly downtime.

Regular training sessions and documented inspections reinforce a safety‑first culture, ensuring all personnel are competent in using jacks and axle stands and understand their legal duties under PUWER.

Integrating this talk into daily briefings ensures every technician understands the risks and correct procedures before any lift, fostering a proactive safety mindset.

By following these steps, workshops reduce downtime, avoid costly repairs, and demonstrate compliance during health and safety audits, reinforcing a culture of safety and professionalism.

Fully editable and shareable: placeholders let you customise the talk for different vehicle types, workshop layouts and equipment inventories.

• Use this toolbox talk for: routine MOT servicing, tyre changes, brake over‑haul, suspension repairs, under‑car inspections and any task that requires a vehicle to be lifted.

Compliant with: Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) and BS EN 13155.