2-Post Vehicle Lifts
Two-post lifting systems used for vehicle servicing, inspection and repair.
Independent Vehicle & Garage Lift Inspections
UK Lift Inspection Services provides independent inspections for vehicle lifting equipment used across garages, workshops, dealerships, fleet facilities and commercial vehicle environments.
Our inspection scope includes 2-post lifts, 4-post lifts, vehicle scissor lifts, lifting tables, tail lifts, engine hoists, vehicle recovery lifting equipment and other applicable hydraulic lifting equipment.
We provide clear written findings and straightforward guidance on any defects, deterioration or action that may be required, helping businesses keep lifting equipment properly documented and safe for continued use.
Need to arrange a vehicle lift inspection?
Tell us what equipment you have, where it is located and when it was last examined and we can discuss the appropriate inspection requirements.
VEHICLE LIFT INSPECTIONS
What Does a Vehicle Lift Inspection Involve?
A vehicle lift inspection assesses the condition of the lifting equipment and its safety-critical components to identify defects, deterioration or other issues that could affect safe continued use.
The examination can include items such as lifting arms, platforms, locking systems, structural components, hydraulic or mechanical lifting systems and other relevant safety features.
Because people routinely work beneath vehicles raised on garage lifts, HSE recommends periodic thorough examination by a competent person, with six-monthly examination commonly used for vehicle lifts in motor vehicle repair environments.
EQUIPMENT COVERAGE
What Garage Lifting Equipment Do We Inspect?
We inspect a range of vehicle and workshop lifting equipment used across garages, MOT centres, dealerships, fleet workshops and commercial vehicle facilities.
4-Post Vehicle Lifts
Four-post lifting equipment used across workshops, MOT bays and vehicle maintenance facilities.
Vehicle Scissor Lifts
Scissor-style vehicle lifts used for servicing, inspection and bodywork.
Vehicle Lifting Tables
Lifting tables and platforms used for vehicle and component handling.
Tail Lifts
Vehicle-mounted tail lifts used for loading and unloading goods.
Engine Hoists & Workshop Lifting Equipment
Engine hoists and other applicable garage lifting equipment used during repair and maintenance work.
HOW IT WORKS
Your Vehicle Lift Inspection, Step by Step
Tell Us About the Equipment
Provide the lift or garage-equipment type, location and any available inspection or maintenance history.
We Confirm the Requirement
We review the equipment and establish the appropriate examination or inspection requirement.
We Carry Out the Inspections
Relevant lifting and safety-critical components are examined for defects, deterioration and condition.
You Receive Your Report
You receive written documentation recording the examination, findings and any action that may be required.
INSPECTION FREQUENCY
How Often Should Vehicle Lifts Be Inspected?
Vehicle lifts used in motor vehicle repair should be thoroughly examined periodically by a competent person.
HSE recommends six-monthly thorough examination for vehicle lifts in workshop environments, particularly because people routinely work beneath vehicles supported by the lift.
Other garage lifting equipment can have different examination intervals. HSE guidance, for example, recommends annual thorough examination for items such as trolley and bottle jacks and engine hoists, while lifting accessories are commonly examined every six months.
The correct interval should always reflect the equipment, how it is used and any written examination scheme in place.
NOT SURE WHAT YOU NEED?
Unsure Which Inspection Your Garage Equipment Requires?
Tell us what lifting equipment you use, how it is operated and where it is located. We can discuss the inspection requirement and help arrange the appropriate examination.
WORKSHOP SAFETY
More Than Just the Vehicle Lift
Garage lifting equipment often extends beyond the main 2-post or 4-post lift.
We also inspect equipment such as engine hoists, vehicle lifting tables, tail lifts and other applicable workshop lifting equipment within our confirmed inspection scope.
Different equipment can have different examination requirements, so each item should be considered according to its design, use and working environment.
Bringing related lifting equipment into the same inspection programme can help workshops maintain clearer records and reduce the risk of individual items being overlooked.
VEHICLE & GARAGE LIFT FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should a vehicle lift be thoroughly examined?
Lifting equipment generally includes equipment used for lifting or lowering loads or people, together with relevant attachments and accessories. This can include lifts, cranes, hoists, MEWPs, forklifts, vehicle lifting equipment and many other types of equipment.
Do you inspect 2-post and 4-post lifts?
Yes. Both 2-post and 4-post vehicle lifts are within our confirmed inspection scope.
Do you inspect vehicle scissor lifts?
Yes. Vehicle scissor lifts are included within our current inspection scope.
Do you inspect tail lifts?
Yes. Vehicle-mounted tail lifts are included within our confirmed service scope.
Do you inspect engine hoists?
Yes. Engine hoists and other applicable workshop lifting equipment are included within the service.
Is a thorough examination the same as servicing a vehicle lift?
No. Routine maintenance and servicing are separate from a statutory thorough examination. HSE makes clear that periodic thorough examination does not replace regular in-house checks and maintenance.
Can you inspect several pieces of garage equipment during one visit?
Yes. Multiple items can be included in the same inspection programme where practical.