A mechanic was replacing a gearbox with a car raised on a hydraulic trolley jack and two wheel removal jacks.If there is no prop fitted or if one is fitted but you are unsure it will be effective, then provide your own additional support. If the area is unsuitable then move the vehicle to a safer place before any attempt is made to lift it to undertake any repairsĪlways prop cabs, trailers etc that could drop under their own weight Prop for an HGV cab Props for a tipper lorry.Make sure the ground if firm and level before raising a vehicle.Other equipment which are critical for safely supporting loads such as props (for cabs and trailers) and axle stands should be inspected every 12 months by a competent person.Lifting accessories (eg chains and web slings) should be examined every six months by a competent person (and Report of Thorough Examination issued).Other lifting equipment (eg trolley and bottle jacks, engine hoist, vehicle mounted cranes) should be similarly examined every twelve months by a competent person (and Report of Thorough Examination issued).Although this should identify problems, it is not a replacement for regular in-house checks and maintenance (in the same way that you shouldn't rely on an MOT to keep your vehicle in good order) It is recommended that this is done every six months. Vehicle lifts should be thoroughly examined periodically by a competent person, who should issue a 'Report of Thorough Examination'.
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Make sure that all lifting points for jacks and stands are correct for that vehicle - consult the vehicle manufacturer's handbook for guidance.Securely chock wheels remaining on the ground.Use stands on a hard, level surface eg concrete and avoid lifting on sloping ground.
Use the correct pins for axle stands - screwdrivers, nails and bolts are not acceptable.Make sure there are safe working procedures in place when moving heavy loads, particularly when they are raised.In particular, you should consider the following issues (more detail can be found in HSG261) Use equipment correctly Don't be tempted to take short cuts or use inappropriate equipment to lift heavy items. You must always use the right equipment for the job. Unfortunately, serious and fatal accidents happen every year even though the dangers and precautions are well known. Vehicles falling/rolling off incorrectly positioned jacks or stands, particularly where they are not chocked, are one of the main causes of fatal accidents in MVR. Working beneath a vehicle is often required to check for faults, servicing and repairs etc but because these tasks are so common people get used to working under potentially lethal weights. Lifting plant and equipment can cause accidents if they are used unsafely or poorly maintained. Check equipment regularly and get it inspected.Maintain lifting equipment and train operators to use it correctly.Make sure lifting equipment is correctly installed.Repair or recovery of buses and coaches fitted with air suspension.Overview - Roadside repair and recovery.Tyre removal, replacement and inflation.Measuring paint spray booth clearance time.Safety in the use of two-post vehicle lifts.Harmful dusts - Inhalation and Dermatitis risks.Cleaning/degreasing substances including valeting.