Run Two-Post and Drive-On Vehicle Lift Inspection Form — Free

Inspection Details

Lift identification and location recorded

Enter the lift asset ID, manufacturer/model if available, and exact bay or stall location.

Inspection type selected

Choose the inspection type being performed.

Inspector name and role recorded

Enter the inspector's name and title or role (for example, equipment manager or competent person).

Inspection date and time recorded

Record when the inspection was completed.

Lift taken out of service if a critical deficiency is found critical (required)

Confirm the lift is tagged out and not used if any critical item fails.

Yes No N/A

General Condition and Area Safety

Lift area free of oil, grease, debris, and slip hazards critical (required)

Check the floor, approach path, and work area around the lift for contamination or obstructions.

Yes No N/A

Approach and under-lift clearance unobstructed critical (required)

Verify there are no tools, carts, parts, or stored materials interfering with lift movement or access.

Yes No N/A

Warning labels and operating instructions legible

Confirm safety decals, capacity labels, and operating instructions are present and readable.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Rated capacity label visible and matches installed lift critical (required)

Verify the capacity marking is visible and not altered, damaged, or missing.

Yes No N/A

Two-Post Lift Arms, Pads, and Locks

Lift arms free of bends, cracks, or visible deformation critical (required)

Inspect each arm for structural damage, distortion, or signs of impact.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Arm restraint and locking mechanisms engage properly critical (required)

Verify arm locks hold position and release smoothly without slipping or binding.

Yes No N/A

Lift pads and adapters intact and serviceable

Check pads, screw adapters, and contact surfaces for excessive wear, cracking, or missing components.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Arm swing and positioning operate smoothly

Move arms through their range of motion to confirm smooth travel and no abnormal resistance.

Yes No N/A

Mechanical safety locks hold the lift arms in position critical (required)

Confirm the mechanical lock system maintains the selected arm position under normal handling.

Yes No N/A

Drive-On Lift Platforms, Runways, and Stops

Runways or platforms free of cracks, bends, and loose hardware critical (required)

Inspect the lifting surfaces and structural members for damage or missing fasteners.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Wheel stops, ramps, and approach surfaces secure critical (required)

Verify wheel stops and ramps are properly attached and not worn, bent, or loose.

Yes No N/A

Platform surfaces provide adequate traction

Check for excessive oil, rust, or surface wear that could reduce traction during vehicle loading.

Yes No N/A

Safety locks or latches on drive-on lift engage correctly critical (required)

Confirm any platform locking devices engage and release as intended.

Yes No N/A

Cables, Hydraulic System, and Controls

Lift cables free of fraying, corrosion, kinks, or broken strands critical (required)

Inspect all visible cables for wear, damage, or uneven tension.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Hydraulic hoses and fittings free of leaks or damage critical (required)

Check hoses, fittings, and cylinders for fluid leaks, abrasion, bulging, or deterioration.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Control switches and emergency stop function properly critical (required)

Verify raise, lower, and stop controls operate as intended without sticking or delayed response.

Yes No N/A

Lift lowers smoothly without abnormal noise or drift critical (required)

Operate the lift through a short cycle and observe for jerking, binding, or unintended descent.

Yes No N/A

Deficiencies, Corrective Actions, and Sign-Off

Deficiencies documented with clear corrective action

List all deficiencies, the affected component, and the corrective action required or completed.

Repair or maintenance work order number recorded

Enter the work order, service ticket, or maintenance reference number if applicable.

Lift returned to service only after verification critical (required)

Confirm the lift is safe to use and any required repairs or retests have been completed.

Yes No N/A

Inspector signature

Inspector signs to confirm the inspection is complete and accurate.

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Run: Two-Post and Drive-On Vehicle Lift Inspection Form

Inspection Details

General Condition and Area Safety

Two-Post Lift Arms, Pads, and Locks

Drive-On Lift Platforms, Runways, and Stops

Cables, Hydraulic System, and Controls

Deficiencies, Corrective Actions, and Sign-Off

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