Safe Use of Floor Jacks
A safety talk about lifting points, load limits, and preventing crush hazards when using floor jacks.
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Key Hazards
- Equipment falling from unstable lifts
- Overloading the jack
- Pinch points during placement
2–3 Minute Talk Script
Safe use of floor jacks is essential for mechanics, fleet technicians, and maintenance crews. Jacks lift heavy vehicles and must be used with strict attention to load limits.
Workers should always position jacks under approved lift points and test stability before raising the vehicle fully.
Different vehicle sizes require different jack capacities, and exceeding the rating can cause catastrophic failure.
Using jack stands after lifting ensures safety in the event of hydraulic failure.
Safety Reminders
- Use approved lift points.
- Never crawl under a vehicle on the jack alone.
- Use jack stands for support.
- Check the jack for leaks or damage.
Ask the Crew
- Are lift points identified for today’s work?
- Do we have the correct jack capacity for this vehicle?