Run Auto Shop Vehicle Lift Daily Inspection and Maintenance Log — Free

Inspection Details

Inspection date and time recorded critical (required)

Inspector name and qualification recorded critical (required)

Enter the inspector's name and confirm they are authorized or trained to perform the lift inspection.

Lift identifier recorded critical (required)

Record the lift ID, bay number, or asset tag so the inspection can be traced to a specific unit.

Lift type identified critical (required)

Manufacturer or SOP reference available critical (required)

Confirm the inspection is being performed using the lift manufacturer's instructions or site SOP.

Yes No N/A

Pre-Use Area and Safety Readiness

Area around lift is clear of obstructions critical (required)

Walk the lift perimeter and verify the approach, swing area, and under-lift area are free of tools, parts, spills, and trip hazards.

Yes No N/A

Floor condition is stable and free of visible damage critical (required)

Check for cracked concrete, excessive oil accumulation, or other floor conditions that could affect lift stability.

Yes No N/A

Warning labels and operating instructions are legible critical (required)

Verify safety decals, load rating labels, and operating instructions are present and readable.

Yes No N/A

Rated capacity label matches intended use critical (required)

Confirm the posted capacity is visible and appropriate for the vehicles expected to be lifted.

Yes No N/A

Emergency stop and controls are accessible critical (required)

Verify control stations are unobstructed and reachable before operation.

Yes No N/A

Visual Condition and Component Inspection

Locks and safety latches engage properly critical (required)

Inspect primary and secondary locking devices for proper engagement, alignment, and visible damage.

Yes No N/A

Lock release mechanism operates smoothly critical (required)

Verify the lock release functions without binding, sticking, or delayed response.

Yes No N/A

Hydraulic system shows no visible leaks critical (required)

Inspect cylinders, hoses, fittings, and power unit for drips, seepage, wet spots, or pooled fluid.

Yes No N/A

Cables, chains, and equalizers are intact and properly tensioned critical (required)

Check for fraying, corrosion, broken strands, elongation, improper routing, or uneven tension.

Yes No N/A

Arms, pads, adapters, and contact points are undamaged critical (required)

Inspect lifting arms, rubber pads, adapters, and vehicle contact points for cracks, wear, deformation, or missing parts.

Yes No N/A

Operational Function Check

Lift raises and lowers smoothly without abnormal noise critical (required)

Cycle the lift through a normal operating range and listen for grinding, popping, jerking, or other unusual sounds.

Yes No N/A

Lift stops level and maintains position without drift critical (required)

Verify the lift holds position at the test height and does not settle, tilt, or drift.

Yes No N/A

Safety locks hold load position during test cycle critical (required)

Confirm the locks remain engaged and functional during the operational check.

Yes No N/A

Control buttons and release controls respond correctly critical (required)

Verify the up, down, and release functions respond as intended and return to neutral when released.

Yes No N/A

Mechanical stops and limit devices function properly critical (required)

Confirm any travel limits, stops, or secondary restraint devices operate as designed.

Yes No N/A

Deficiencies, Corrective Actions, and Sign-Off

Deficiencies documented with location and severity critical (required)

Record any defect, non-conformance, or critical item failure with enough detail to identify the affected component and location.

Lift removed from service if unsafe condition found critical (required)

If any critical item failed, confirm the lift was tagged out and not used until repaired and released by a competent person.

Yes No N/A

Corrective action assigned and tracked

Document the repair request, responsible person or department, and target completion date.

Inspector signature critical (required)

Supervisor or manager review completed

Confirm review of any deficiencies and approval to return the lift to service when applicable.

Yes No N/A

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Run: Auto Shop Vehicle Lift Daily Inspection and Maintenance Log

Inspection Details

Pre-Use Area and Safety Readiness

Visual Condition and Component Inspection

Operational Function Check

Deficiencies, Corrective Actions, and Sign-Off

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