Lift Maintenance Checklist: What Engineers Do Each Visit

What a good maintenance visit covers — safety checks, adjustments, reports, and how often to schedule.

Why it matters

Regular maintenance reduces breakdowns, extends component life and keeps you compliant alongside LOLER.

Typical checks

• Safety devices: governors, overspeed, buffers, safety gear, alarms.
• Doors & interlocks: operation, clearances, edges, locks, contacts.
• Drive system: hydraulics/traction, brake, rollers/ropes/chains, lubrication.
• Electrics & control: indications, call/landing buttons, protections, batteries/UPS.
• Emergency comms: autodialler, alarm sounders, signage.

What you receive

Clear report with actions and advisories, plus next‑due date. We note early wear so you can plan rather than react.

How often?

Usage‑based: typically quarterly or bi‑annually. Busy sites may need more frequent visits.