Title: Use correct placement of floor jacks and jack stands.
Course: Diesel Equipment Technology I (20107-I) > Section: Practicing Lab and Personal Safety

Use should include

- following manufacturer guidelines for jack placement
- ensuring the vehicle is on level ground before jacking
- verifying that jacks, jack stands, and chocking/wheel chocks are rated for the capacity of the vehicle on which the service is to be performed.

ASE 3: Foundational Tasks: Shop and Personal Safety

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why should one check for proper jack placement?
- Why should jack stands be used to support a vehicle?