Lift Safety in the Automotive Industry – Training Course

Lift Safety in the Automotive Industry is a focused, practical training program that teaches employees how to safely operate and maintain automotive lifts to prevent serious injuries and costly incidents.

Automotive lifts are essential tools in service bays, but they also introduce significant risk if used improperly. A vehicle weighing several thousand pounds overhead requires strict attention to positioning, stability, and equipment condition. This course emphasizes the critical safety practices needed to prevent lift-related accidents—from vehicle shifts to mechanical failure.

Built around core safety principles recognized by the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI), this training provides clear, actionable guidance on lift inspection, load handling, and proper vehicle support. Learners will understand how to identify warning signs of failure, apply correct lifting techniques, and ensure that vehicle weight is secured safely on mechanical locking systems.

The course also addresses real-world risks, such as changes in vehicle balance during repairs, and reinforces the importance of lockout/tagout procedures and compliance with OSHA’s General Duty Clause. Designed for technicians, maintenance personnel, and shop workers, this training helps create a safer, more controlled work environment.

Training Objectives

• Recognize lift types and factors affecting vehicle stability
• Perform daily lift inspections and identify signs of failure
• Use proper load handling, lift points, and capacity limits
• Secure vehicle weight on mechanical locks—not hydraulic systems
• Use auxiliary stands to maintain stability during load changes
• Follow maintenance safety practices, including lockout/tagout procedures

Course Overview

Working with automotive lifts requires more than basic operation—it demands awareness, precision, and adherence to proven safety practices. This course provides essential guidance on how to safely lift, support, and service vehicles in a shop environment.

Participants will learn how to properly position vehicles, identify correct lift points, and ensure balanced weight distribution. The program also covers how to detect early warning signs of equipment issues, such as leaks, structural damage, or unusual sounds.

In addition, learners will explore how certain repair tasks—such as removing heavy components—can shift a vehicle’s center of gravity, requiring additional stabilization measures. The importance of using approved equipment and avoiding unsafe practices is emphasized throughout.

By reinforcing OSHA expectations and practical safety steps, this training helps reduce risk and protect workers from serious hazards associated with overhead loads.

This program is available with Spanish and French closed captions.

Compliance Standards & Regulations

This course references the following standard:

• 29 CFR 1910

Key Benefits

• Reduces risk of lift-related accidents and injuries
• Reinforces proper inspection and maintenance practices
• Improves safe handling of heavy vehicle loads
• Supports OSHA compliance and workplace safety standards
• Enhances technician confidence and operational safety

Course Details

• Course Length: 10 minutes
• Language(s): English, Spanish, French
• Includes a downloadable participant guide
• Streaming video included with license
• Compatible with your LMS or accessible via our partners’ LMS platforms
• Year Produced: 2025

Video Streaming Licensing Options

The pricing displayed above applies to the hosted video-streaming option and includes access for the selected number of learners based on the license tier selected.

Included with Your License

• Hosted video-streaming access
• Downloadable participant guide
• Closed captions (where available)
• Certificate of completion (where applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions

How is licensing calculated?
Licensing is based on the total number of learners who will access the course during the license period.

Can I train more than 250 employees?
Yes. We offer enterprise licensing options for larger organizations and multi-location businesses.

Can we use our own LMS?
Yes. Courses are available in SCORM-compatible formats and can be deployed through most learning management systems.

Do you offer multi-course discounts?
Yes. Organizations licensing multiple courses may qualify for discounted workforce training packages.

Do you offer custom pricing?
Yes. We can create customized pricing solutions for enterprise organizations, multi-course licensing programs, annual training initiatives, and large workforce deployments. Contact us for custom pricing tailored to your organization.