Vehicle Lift Inspection
Vehicle Lifts and the Law
A workshop vehicle lift is lifting equipment under LOLER 1998, which means a competent person needs to examine it thoroughly at least every 12 months. Two-post, four-post, scissor or in-ground, in an MOT bay or a busy workshop, the rule is the same.
Our Engineer Surveyors carry out that examination on site and report on every safety-critical component.
Vehicle Lift LOLER
Regulation
LOLER 1998
Lifting the vehicle
Every 12 months
After exceptional events
Re-examined
Examined
On site
Report turnaround
Within 3 days
What's included
What's covered in a vehicle lift inspection
Arms, Carriage and Pads
We examine the lifting arms, carriage and pads for wear and damage. Worn arm pads and restraints are among the defects we regularly find.
Safety Locks
We check the locking and safety catch mechanisms that hold the lift at height with people working beneath. Worn or seized locks are a serious and common fault.
Lifting Medium
We inspect the lifting chains, ropes or screws for wear and stretch. Worn chains, ropes or load nuts are findings we report often.
Hydraulics and Synchronisation
We check the hydraulic rams, hoses and power pack for leaks, and the synchronisation and levelling between posts or rams. Out-of-sync lifting that loads unevenly is a fault we flag.
Structure and Markings
We examine the structure, base frame and mountings for cracks and corrosion, test the controls, lowering valves and emergency stop, and confirm the safe working load markings and capacity plate are legible.
How it works
Your vehicle lift's LOLER examination, start to finish
Every scheme your equipment is required to meet under UK regulation carried out by accredited engineers and backed by compliant reports.
1
Book
Send the lift details and your workshop address, and we confirm a date and a fixed price, usually same day.
2
On-site examination
Send the lift details and your workshop address, and we confirm a date and a fixed price, usually same day.
3
Compliant report
Send the lift details and your workshop address, and we confirm a date and a fixed price, usually same day.
4
Reminders
Send the lift details and your workshop address, and we confirm a date and a fixed price, usually same day.
OUR STANDARDS
Engineering inspections where safety comes first
We take our responsibilities seriously, upholding the highest standards of professionalism, quality and safety across every aspect of our operations.
Quality Assurance
Accurate, reliable workshop examinations from experienced Engineer Surveyors who train continuously and follow best practice.
Responsibility
A careful examination process that manages risk and keeps your workshop compliant with its legal and regulatory duties.
Care
Safety comes first in everything, especially with people working beneath the load. Our standards give you genuine peace of mind.
GET IN TOUCH
Request a Quotation
Let us know what's in the workshop and when suits, and we'll confirm availability and a competitive quote, usually same day.
Call us
0208 050 3958
Based in
Reading, Berkshire: serving the South of England
● Hampshire
● Oxfordshire
● Northamptonshire
● Cambridgeshire
● Surrey
● Buckinghamshire
● London
FAQ
Vehicle Lift Inspections: Common Queries
What's the difference between LOLER and PUWER?
LOLER deals with the lifting side of your equipment, while PUWER covers it as work equipment more broadly. Plenty of machines need both, and we carry out PUWER examinations too.
How often does a vehicle lift need a LOLER examination?
At least every 12 months. A vehicle lift raises the vehicle rather than a person, so it sits on the 12-month interval unless a written scheme of examination sets it shorter. Installation or any safety-affecting event also calls for one.
Do I legally need a LOLER examination?
If your business owns, operates or controls lifting equipment, then yes. LOLER 1998 makes it your legal duty to have it thoroughly examined by a competent person and to keep the resulting report.
Do you carry out examinations on site?
Yes. Our Engineer Surveyors come to your premises across Berkshire and the surrounding counties, and we issue reports promptly.
What happens if equipment fails the examination?
Your report sets out every defect and how serious it is. Anything that poses an immediate danger is reported at once, so the equipment can be taken out of use until it is put right.