Equipment compliance
Annual Lift Inspection Tracking (ANSI/ALI)
The ANSI/ALI ALOIM standard (American National Standard for Automotive Lifts) requires that all vehicle lifts in a service facility be inspected at least annually by a qualified lift inspector. Many states and insurance carriers require documented compliance.
At a Glance
- Who needs it
- Any shop operating vehicle lifts — which is effectively every independent auto repair shop.
- Renewal cycle
- Annually (every 12 months). Each lift must be inspected individually.
- Issuing body
- ANSI/ALI — Automotive Lift Institute
Questions
How often do vehicle lifts need to be inspected?+
Under ANSI/ALI ALOIM, vehicle lifts must be inspected at least annually by a qualified lift inspector. Each lift is tracked separately.
What happens if a lift inspection lapses?+
An uninspected lift creates liability exposure. If a lift failure causes injury and documentation shows the annual inspection was overdue, insurance claims can be denied and you face personal liability.
How does BayReady track lift inspections?+
Each lift is added as an equipment item with its own inspection due date. BayReady sends reminders at 90, 60, and 30 days before expiration — so you schedule the inspector before you're out of compliance.
Can I store the inspection certificate in BayReady?+
Yes. You can upload the PDF inspection report directly to the lift's record. When an inspector or insurance auditor asks for documentation, you open BayReady on your phone.
How BayReady tracks this for your shop
- Add the item once — expiration date, technician or equipment it belongs to
- BayReady schedules reminders at 90, 60, and 30 days automatically
- Email alerts go out before anything lapses — not after
- Upload the certificate PDF directly to the record for instant access during inspections
- Dashboard shows status at a glance: current, expiring, or expired
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