Two-Post Vehicle Lift Safety

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About Course

Vehicles falling from two-post lifts have killed and seriously injured mechanics working below. This course explains HSE’s guidance on why vehicles fall, correct positioning of arms and pads on the manufacturer’s lifting points, arm lock checks, how removing heavy components changes stability, daily checks, installation and LOLER thorough examination.

This course gives general, awareness-level information about UK health and safety law and official guidance. It is not a substitute for employer-specific training, a suitable and sufficient risk assessment for your own workplace, or advice from a competent person, and it is not an accredited qualification. Always check the latest official guidance and follow your organisation’s own procedures.

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What Will You Learn?

  • Understand how and why vehicles fall from two-post lifts Position arms and pads correctly and check arm locks before full lift Recognise how removing components or forcing bolts affects stability Carry out daily checks and know installation and examination requirements

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • How vehicles fall from lifts
  • Positioning and lifting safely
  • Checks, maintenance and installation
  • Putting it into practice

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

Final Assessment

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