Vehicle Hoist SWMS

This Vehicle Hoist SWMS covers preparing a hoist bay, lifting a vehicle and completing work at height beneath it.

Activities covered include

Plan the work and assess the vehicle
Raise the vehicle and check stability
Restore the bay, inspect records and complete sign-off

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Product Overview

This Vehicle Hoist SWMS covers preparing a hoist bay, lifting a vehicle and completing work at height beneath it. It supports planning and risk management for vehicle stability, hoist operation, fluids, repairs and restoring the work area.

Activities & Specific Tasks Covered

This document includes task-specific risk controls for:

Plan the work and assess the vehicle
Prepare the hoist bay and control access
Inspect the hoist before use
Position the vehicle on the hoist
Set lifting arms and pads
Raise the vehicle and check stability
Secure the vehicle at work height
Carry out underbody repairs and hydraulic lift servicing
Lower and remove the vehicle safely
Restore the bay, inspect records and complete sign-off

Who is this for?

Suitable for contractors, workers, supervisors and businesses carrying out vehicle hoist work.

Specific Job Steps & Hazards Covered

Job Step / Activity	Potential Hazards
Plan work and assess vehicle	Incorrect vehicle selection Overloaded hoist Unstable vehicle configuration Unplanned repair activity Incompatible lift points Unauthorised operation
Prepare hoist bay	Vehicle-pedestrian collision Slips and trips Poor visibility Obstructed emergency access Unauthorised entry Fire from flammable liquids
Inspect hoist before use	Hoist mechanical failure Hydraulic hose rupture Failed safety locks Electrical shock Crush from uncontrolled movement Falling vehicle
Position vehicle on hoist	Vehicle collision Vehicle roll-away Contact with hoist columns Exhaust fume exposure Pedestrian strike Vehicle damage
Set lifting arms and pads	Incorrect pad placement Vehicle instability Crush from moving arms Damage to batteries or fuel lines Uneven load distribution Hand injuries
Raise and stability check	Falling vehicle Crush injury Hydraulic failure Hoist-arm disengagement Dropped tools or cargo Unexpected vehicle movement
Secure vehicle at work height	Uncontrolled lowering Failure of hydraulic support Crush from falling vehicle Unauthorised operation Head strike on raised vehicle Poor underbody access
Perform underbody repairs	Falling components Hazardous manual tasks Hot surfaces and fluids Fluid injection injury Eye injury from debris Chemical exposure
Service hydraulic lift system	Stored hydraulic energy High-pressure fluid injection Unexpected hoist movement Electrical energisation Oil spill Environmental contamination
Lower vehicle safely	Crush beneath vehicle Vehicle instability Entrapment at hoist arms Falling tools or parts Pedestrian entry Unexpected vehicle movement
Remove vehicle and restore bay	Vehicle collision Trip hazards Residual fluid spills Hoist damage Unauthorised hoist use Poor housekeeping
Inspect records and sign off	Missed safety defects Unplanned maintenance Repeat unsafe work Inadequate emergency response Unauthorised modification Plant deterioration

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Legislation & References

The template includes references relevant to the documented work, including:

Applicable Commonwealth, state or territory WHS/OHS legislation and regulations, including duties to provide and maintain safe plant, manage plant risks, provide information/training/supervision, and maintain effective controls.
Model Code of Practice: Managing the risks of plant in the workplace (guidance only; check adoption and approval status in the relevant jurisdiction). The Code requires use of the hierarchy of controls and identifies specific controls for plant that lifts or suspends loads.
Model Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks (guidance only; check adoption and approval status in the relevant jurisdiction).
Model Code of Practice: Managing risks of hazardous chemicals in the workplace (guidance only; check adoption and approval status in the relevant jurisdiction). Control measures must remain fit for purpose and be inspected, maintained and used correctly.
AS 1418.9, Cranes (including hoists and winches)—Vehicle hoists.
AS 2550.9, Cranes—Safe use—Vehicle hoists.
AS/NZS 3760, In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment.
AS/NZS 1337.1, Personal eye and face protection for occupational applications.
AS/NZS 2210.3, Personal protective equipment—Safety footwear.
AS/NZS 1270, Acoustics—Hearing protectors.
AS/NZS 1715 and AS/NZS 1716, Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment and respiratory protective devices.

Standard SWMS Features (Click to Expand)

Task-specific job steps, hazards and control measures
Initial and residual risk ratings
Assigned responsible persons for each job step
Plant, equipment and PPE requirements where applicable
Permits, qualifications and high-risk construction work details where applicable
Worker consultation, sign-off and review sections

Suitable for Industries

Manufacturing and ProductionAutomotive and Mechanical

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