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Hoist Safety - Often considered the single most dangerous piece of machinery found in an automotive repair workshop is the vehicle hoist. |
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Choosing and maintaining a vehicle hoist for the workshop:
- » avoid low quality product – the hoist must meet Australian Standards
- » second hand hoists must have a full service history and meet all Australian Standards
- » hoists must be installed in accordance with relevant Australian Standards by a qualified person
- » hoists must be serviced by qualified persons in accordance with either the relevant Australian Standards or the relevant manufacturers specifications - detailed service records should always be made available
- » pre-operational checks should be made every time the hoist is used.
Safety measures when using vehicle hoists:
- » ensure vehicle hoists are maintained to manufacturer's specifications
- » ensure a competent person regularly inspects vehicle hoists - major inspection is required at least annually - refer Australian Standard AS 2550.9
- » maintain records of inspection and maintenance work performed on the vehicle hoist and make these records available to people using the hoist
- » make sure employees have been appropriately trained and understand the correct use of the hoist
- » ensure safety locks/props are engaged before working under a raised vehicle
- » ensure the safe working load of the hoist is clearly displayed and not exceeded when raising heavier vehicles e.g. large 4WD vehicles
- » ensure the vehicle is effectively secured and chocked against movement before raising it.
Safety measures when using jacks:
- » never get under a vehicle or heavy load supported only by a jack - use proper axle stands and/or heavy-duty bearers under the load
- » chock any wheels remaining in contact with the ground and apply parking brakes wherever practicable
- » ensure the vehicle/load is stable and chocked against movement
- » never crank or start a vehicle engine while the drive wheels are in contact with the ground and any person is beneath the vehicle
- » do not rely on selecting ‘neutral’ gear or wheel chocks, brakes etc to prevent movement of the vehicle
- » ensure that jacks are well maintained and that the safe working load is clearly displayed and adhered to.
 Pro-Visual Publishing produces 48 extensively researched information charts covering the health, safety and wellbeing issues for a range of industries, including the Body Repairers Guide to Workplace Safety and Automotive Mechanics Guide to Workplace Safety. Additional copies are available and all charts are produced and distributed without cost thanks to sponsorship from responsible businesses committed to raising health and safety awareness. For further information please call Pro-Visual Publishing on (02) 8272 2611 or email enquiries@provisual.com.au . |
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