Jacks, Wheel Change Trolley, Support Stands

Question 1

Common RAF jack and wheel change trolleys

Answer 1

2000kg jack
10,000kg jack
Wheel change trolley

Question 2

Jack major components

Answer 2

Lifting/ lowering handle
Carriage/ ram assembly
Foot operated pedal
Rear castor wheel
Crutch/ pad
Fixed wheels

Question 3

Hazards and precautions when using a jack

Answer 3

Don’t exceed the SWL
Only use on firm and level ground
Chock the wheels on the end not in use
Only lift equipment on jack points
Never support a load with a jack
Castor wheels in line with carriage when jacking
Pre use and after use checks to be carried out
When not in use handle is upright with ram retracted

Question 4

What to check for when carrying out pre use abs after use checks on jack

Answer 4

General condition 
Castor and fixed wheels
Carriage assembly
Crutch
Operating handle
Foot operated pedal
Functional check

Question 5

What are the common axel stands in the raf

Answer 5

2000 kg
4000 kg
8000 kg

7500kg for Somers vehicles lift set

Question 6

What checks to carry out on pre use and after use for axel stand

Answer 6

Welder tri-pod assembly
Safe working load plate 
Chain and pin 
Crutch stem 
Crutch
Rubber pads if they are fitted to be secure

Question 7

What are the safety precautions for axel stands

Answer 7

Make sure the surface is flat and it can support the weight of the load
Never exceed the SWL
Indemnify where to place the stands on equipment
Never go under a suspended load
Ensure pin goes all the way through
Ensure all legs are on the ground when in use

Question 8

What positions should axle stands be in when in use

Answer 8

Single leg to the outside
Or
Single leg to the inside

Question 9

Common places to put an axel stand

Answer 9

Front axel
Rear axel
Chassis