Lift Inspection Report Template Free Download
- Template purpose: document lift type, asset ID, inspection scope, safety devices, defects, photos, corrective action, and return-to-service approval.
- Scope decision: the word lift can mean an elevator, material lift, aerial lift, scissor lift, or vehicle-mounted platform, so the report must identify the equipment type first.
- Core references: common anchors include ASME A17.1, ASME A17.2, ANSI A92.20, ANSI A92.22, ANSI A92.24, and OSHA 29 CFR 1926.453.
- Primary risk signal: CDC/NIOSH reports that elevator and escalator incidents kill about 31 people and seriously injure about 17,000 people in the United States each year, based on BLS and CPSC data.
Start with the lift type
A lift inspection report fails when it treats unlike machines as one asset class. An elevator machine room, a material lift, and a scissor lift need different inspection fields, different evidence, and different standards.
Use the first section of the template to identify whether the asset is an elevator, escalator, material lift, aerial lift, scissor lift, boom lift, or vehicle-mounted platform. Add manufacturer, model, serial number, rated capacity, location, owner, inspector, and authority having jurisdiction if applicable.
Standards and report fields
This table maps common lift references to practical report sections. Local elevator statutes and the authority having jurisdiction can add inspection intervals and filing rules.
| Reference | Applies to | Report field to include |
|---|---|---|
| ASME A17.1 Section 8.10 | Acceptance inspections and tests for elevators and escalators | Acceptance test record |
| ASME A17.1 Section 8.11 | Periodic inspections and witnessing of tests | Periodic inspection status |
| ASME A17.1 Section 8.6 | Maintenance, repair, replacement, and testing | Maintenance evidence |
| ASME A17.2-2023 | Guide for inspection of elevators, escalators, moving walks, and material lifts | Inspection method reference |
| ASME A17.5-2014 | Elevator and escalator electrical equipment | Controller and electrical equipment notes |
| 29 CFR 1926.453(a) | Aerial lifts used in construction | Equipment classification |
| 29 CFR 1926.453(b)(2)(v) | Belting off to boom or basket when required | Fall protection field |
| 29 CFR 1926.453(b)(2)(viii) | Load limits must not be exceeded | Capacity and load check |
| 29 CFR 1926.451(f)(3) | Scaffolds and components inspected by a competent person | Scissor lift platform condition note |
| ANSI A92.20-2021 | Design, calculations, safety requirements, and test methods for mobile elevating work platforms | MEWP type and design basis |
| ANSI A92.22-2021 | Safe use of mobile elevating work platforms | Safe-use observations |
| ANSI A92.24-2018 | Training requirements for mobile elevating work platforms | Operator training field |
Inspection sections by asset type
Elevator or material lift
Include landing doors, hoistway, car enclosure, pit, machine room, control space, suspension means, buffers, governor, emergency communication, lighting, signage, and data plate. Reference the applicable ASME A17.1 and ASME A17.2 sections rather than writing vague comments.
Aerial lift or boom lift
Inspect guardrails, platform gate, controls, emergency lowering, hydraulics, hoses, tires, outriggers, chassis, boom structure, pins, decals, tilt alarms, load chart, and fall protection anchor points. OSHA 29 CFR 1926.453(b)(2)(viii) supports clear capacity documentation.
Scissor lift
Inspect platform rails, entry gate, pothole protection, tires, steering, brakes, lift controls, emergency descent, charger, batteries, alarms, and surface conditions. Add ground conditions and slope because stability depends on the work surface.
Statistics to include in a safety brief
CDC/NIOSH summarizes CPWR analysis of BLS and CPSC data showing about 31 deaths and 17,000 serious injuries each year involving elevators and escalators in the United States. The same source reports that elevators cause about 90% of deaths and 60% of serious injuries in those incidents.
BLS national fatality data reported 5,070 worker deaths from on-the-job injuries in 2024, down 4.0% from 2023. Lift reports should be written so a failed door interlock, damaged guardrail, unstable base, or missing inspection record is visible before work continues.
Report statuses and defect handling
Use clear statuses: Pass, Fail, N/A, Monitor, and Removed from service. A finding marked Fail should include the affected component, risk level, photo reference, immediate control, repair owner, and return-to-service approval.
Do not combine passenger elevator findings with MEWP findings in the same checklist section. Keep the shared fields at the top, then use conditional sections for each lift type.
SERP gap statement
Most lift template pages do not separate elevator, material lift, aerial lift, and scissor lift requirements. This guide closes that gap by starting with equipment classification and then mapping report fields to ASME A17, ANSI A92, and OSHA lift references.
How InspectionReport.app fits the workflow
InspectionReport.app helps turn inspection photos and notes into a report. Upload photos, add details, let AI draft, review the draft, and export to PDF or Word.
It is useful for photo-heavy findings such as damaged guardrails, missing decals, leaking hydraulic hoses, pit conditions, door damage, or failed controls. It does not include GPS, offline mode, custom checklists, signatures, or in-app photo capture.
FAQ
Is a lift inspection report the same for an elevator and a scissor lift?
No. Use a shared identification section, then separate sections for elevator or material lift items and MEWP items. The standards and hazards are different.
Which standard should an elevator inspection report cite?
Common references include ASME A17.1 Section 8.10, ASME A17.1 Section 8.11, and ASME A17.2-2023. The authority having jurisdiction may require additional state or local forms.
Which OSHA rule applies to aerial lifts in construction?
OSHA aerial lift requirements appear in 29 CFR 1926.453. Scissor lift inspections often draw from scaffold-related duties, manufacturer instructions, and ANSI A92 safe-use requirements.
What evidence should be attached to a lift report?
Attach photos of failed safety devices, structural damage, warning labels, machine rooms, pit conditions, platform gates, controls, load charts, and repair tags. Include the asset ID in each photo reference.