Wheelchair Lift Preventive Maintenance Record

Inspection template for documenting manufacturer-scheduled wheelchair lift preventive maintenance, including hydraulic pressure testing, load testing, functional checks, and deficiencies for retention with vehicle maintenance records and FTA review.

Inspection Details

• Vehicle or asset identifier recorded
  Enter the vehicle number, unit ID, or asset tag for the lift being serviced.
• Lift make, model, and serial number recorded
  Document the wheelchair lift manufacturer, model, and serial number.
• Service date and technician recorded
  Record the date/time of preventive maintenance and the technician performing the work.
• Manufacturer service interval verified
  Confirm the maintenance was performed per the manufacturer-scheduled interval and service instructions.

Pre-Service Safety and Readiness

• Vehicle secured and lift area made safe before service
  Confirm the vehicle is parked, transmission secured, parking brake set, and the lift area is clear before inspection begins.
• Lockout-tagout applied where required
  Confirm hazardous energy controls were applied before servicing any components requiring isolation.
• Required PPE used during service
  Select the PPE used for this maintenance task.
• Service area free of slip, trip, and pinch hazards
  Verify the work area is clear of debris, oil, and obstructions that could create a hazard during maintenance or testing.

Visual Condition and Component Inspection

• Hydraulic system free of visible leaks
  Inspect cylinders, hoses, fittings, reservoir, and connections for fluid leakage.
• Hydraulic fluid level within acceptable range
  Confirm hydraulic fluid level is within the manufacturer-specified range.
• Hoses, wiring, and connectors free of damage
  Inspect for abrasion, cuts, fraying, corrosion, loose connectors, or other visible damage.
• Platform, rails, and edges free of structural damage
  Check the platform, side rails, stops, and edges for bends, cracks, deformation, or missing parts.
• Fasteners, pins, and mounting hardware secure
  Verify bolts, pins, retainers, and mounting points are present, secure, and not visibly worn or loose.

Hydraulic and Electrical Function Checks

• Hydraulic pressure test completed
  Record the measured hydraulic pressure during the test.
• Hydraulic pressure within manufacturer specification
  Confirm the measured pressure is within the manufacturer-specified acceptable range.
• Control switches and interlocks operate correctly
  Verify all lift controls, emergency stop functions, and safety interlocks operate as intended.
• Electrical wiring and harnesses show no exposed conductors
  Inspect wiring, harnesses, and terminals for exposed conductors, chafing, heat damage, or loose terminations.

Load Test and Operational Verification

• Load test completed
  Record the test load used during the lift load test.
• Load test met manufacturer-required capacity
  Confirm the lift successfully supported and operated with the required test load.
• Lift raises and lowers smoothly under load
  Verify the platform travels smoothly without binding, unusual noise, drift, or hesitation.
• Platform stows and deploys properly
  Confirm the lift deploys, levels, and stows correctly after the load test.

Deficiencies, Corrective Actions, and Sign-Off

• Deficiencies documented
  List all deficiencies, non-conformances, or critical items found during the inspection.
• Corrective action and parts disposition recorded
  Document repairs completed, parts replaced, or the plan and due date for unresolved items.
• Lift returned to service or tagged out of service
  Select the final disposition of the lift after maintenance and testing.
• Inspector signature
  Inspector attestation that the preventive maintenance record is complete and accurate.