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Hoist Safety, WHS Compliance
& AS/NZS Standards

Expert guidance for Australian automotive workshop owners and technicians — from AS/NZS 1418 compliance to WorkSafe audit preparation.

AS/NZS 1418 Compliance Guide for Vehicle Hoists in Australian Workshops
Compliance8 min read

AS/NZS 1418 Compliance Guide for Vehicle Hoists in Australian Workshops

Everything Australian workshop owners need to know about AS/NZS 1418 — the standard governing vehicle hoist safety, inspection intervals, and certification requirements.

JK
James
10 Apr 2026
The Complete Vehicle Hoist Maintenance Checklist for Australian Workshops
Maintenance6 min read

The Complete Vehicle Hoist Maintenance Checklist for Australian Workshops

A practical pre-use and periodic maintenance checklist for two-post, four-post, and scissor hoists — designed to meet WHS obligations and extend equipment life.

SM
Sarah
28 Mar 2026
WHS Obligations Every Australian Automotive Workshop Owner Must Know
WHS7 min read

WHS Obligations Every Australian Automotive Workshop Owner Must Know

A plain-English breakdown of Work Health and Safety Act obligations for workshop owners — covering plant registration, risk management, incident reporting, and more.

DC
David
15 Mar 2026
How QR Code Hoist Management Saves Australian Workshops Time and Money
Technology5 min read

How QR Code Hoist Management Saves Australian Workshops Time and Money

Discover how QR code-based hoist tracking eliminates paperwork, speeds up pre-use checks, and gives workshop managers real-time visibility over their entire fleet.

JK
James
20 Feb 2026
Two-Post vs Four-Post Hoist: Which Is Right for Your Australian Workshop?
Equipment5 min read

Two-Post vs Four-Post Hoist: Which Is Right for Your Australian Workshop?

A practical comparison of two-post and four-post vehicle hoists — covering capacity, footprint, use cases, and compliance considerations for Australian workshops.

SM
Sarah
5 Feb 2026
How to Prepare Your Automotive Workshop for a WorkSafe Audit
Compliance7 min read

How to Prepare Your Automotive Workshop for a WorkSafe Audit

A step-by-step guide to preparing for a WorkSafe inspection — what inspectors look for, common violations, and how to ensure your workshop passes with flying colours.

DC
David
22 Jan 2026

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