Often considered the single most dangerous piece of machinery found in an automotive workshop is the vehicle hoist. These are used to elevate vehicles so repairs can be made by people working underneath the vehicle.
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 need to be installed in accordance with relevant Australian Standards by a qualified person.
• Hoists must be serviced in accordance with either the relevant Australian Standards or the relevant manufacturers specifications by qualified persons. 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.
• Ensure 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.
This information was taken from the 2006/07 edition of the Automotive Mechanics Guide to Workplace Safety.
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