DIFM Vehicle Lift Annual ALI Inspection Verification

Verifies that the in-store DIFM bay vehicle lift has its current annual ALI/ANSI third-party inspection sticker, load rating posting, and meets OSHA and NFPA compliance requirements for automotive lift safety.

Inspection Setup & Lift Identification

• Store number and DIFM bay location
  Enter the store number and specific bay designation (e.g., Bay 1, Bay 2) where the lift is installed.
• Lift manufacturer and model number
  Record the lift manufacturer name and model number as shown on the lift's data plate or nameplate.
• Lift serial number
  Record the serial number from the manufacturer's data plate affixed to the lift structure.
• Date of this verification
  Record the date this verification is being performed.
• Inspector / verifier name and title
  Name and job title of the store associate or manager performing this verification.

Annual ALI/ANSI Third-Party Inspection Sticker

• Annual ALI/ANSI inspection sticker is physically present on the lift
  Visually confirm that an inspection sticker from a qualified third-party inspector is affixed to the lift structure in a visible location. A missing sticker is an immediate critical deficiency.
• Inspection sticker expiration date — sticker is current (not expired)
  Confirm the sticker's expiration date has not passed. Annual inspections must be performed at least once every 12 months per ALI/ANSI ALOIM. Record the expiration date in the comment field.
• Inspection sticker expiration date (MM/YYYY)
  Record the expiration date printed on the current ALI/ANSI inspection sticker.
• Inspecting company or inspector name on sticker is legible
  Confirm the name of the third-party inspection company or ALI Certified Lift Inspector (CLI) is readable on the sticker.
• Sticker is securely affixed and not damaged, obscured, or altered
  The sticker must be intact, unobscured, and not tampered with. A damaged or illegible sticker should be treated as absent.
• Next scheduled inspection date (if shown on sticker)
  If the sticker indicates the next scheduled inspection date, record it here. Enter 'N/A' if not shown.

Load Rating and Capacity Posting

• Manufacturer's load rating / rated capacity placard or label is posted on the lift
  Confirm a placard, label, or decal showing the lift's rated load capacity (in pounds or tons) is affixed to the lift structure and visible to the operator. This is a critical safety posting requirement.
• Rated load capacity value (lbs)
  Record the rated load capacity as shown on the lift's capacity placard or data plate.
• Load rating placard is legible and not damaged or obscured
  The capacity posting must be clearly readable by the lift operator from the normal operating position.
• Manufacturer's operating instructions or safety decals are present and legible on the lift
  Confirm that all OEM safety decals (e.g., lifting point diagrams, operating warnings) required by the manufacturer are present and readable per ALI/ANSI ALOIM Section 7.

Visual Safety Condition — Observable Deficiencies

• No visible hydraulic fluid leaks observed at cylinders, hoses, or fittings
  Inspect the base, columns, and hydraulic lines for active leaks or pooled fluid beneath the lift. Any active leak is a critical deficiency requiring immediate out-of-service action.
• Lift arms, adapters, and pads are present, undamaged, and free of visible cracks or deformation
  Visually inspect all lift arms and rubber pads/adapters for cracks, bends, missing components, or excessive wear.
• Safety locks / mechanical locking devices are present and appear functional
  Confirm that mechanical safety locks (automatic locking pawls or equivalent) are visibly present on both columns and show no obvious damage. Do not cycle the lift during this visual check unless qualified to do so.

Documentation and Records

• Copy of the most recent annual ALI/ANSI inspection report is on file at the store
  Verify that the written inspection report from the third-party inspector is retained on-site (physical or electronic). The sticker alone is not a substitute for the full inspection report.
• Date of most recent annual inspection report on file (MM/DD/YYYY)
  Record the date of the inspection report currently on file.
• Any open deficiencies from the last inspection report have been addressed and documented
  If the prior inspection report noted deficiencies, confirm corrective actions were completed and documented. Select 'N/A' if no deficiencies were noted.

Corrective Actions and Sign-Off

• Overall verification result
  Select the overall outcome of this verification based on findings above.
• Description of any deficiencies found
  List all deficiencies observed during this verification. Include item name, observed condition, and location on the lift. Enter 'None' if no deficiencies were found.
• Corrective action(s) taken or planned
  Describe corrective actions taken immediately and/or planned, including responsible party and target completion date. Enter 'N/A' if no deficiencies.
• Photo of current ALI/ANSI inspection sticker (required)
  Attach a clear photo of the inspection sticker showing the expiration date and inspector/company name.
• Photo of load rating / capacity placard (required)
  Attach a clear photo of the lift's rated load capacity placard or data plate.
• Inspector / verifier signature
  Signature of the store associate or manager completing this verification.