Vehicle inspection pit

A vehicle inspection pit or grease pit is a pit or trench over which a vehicle can be driven and parked to be serviced from beneath. They are typically situated in vehicle inspection bays or garages. The use of a pit by a technician negates the need for a jack or winch. Inspection pits have to be narrow enough to fit between the wheels of a vehicle yet wide enough for a technician to work within. Access to the pit is provided by stairs or steps.^[1]

Falls into pits are common accidents in vehicle inspection bays. It is advised to place a net over unoccupied vehicle inspection pits to protect against falls.^[1]

It is important that the pit be well ventilated to prevent fires and explosions from hazardous substances.^[2]

References

^ ^a ^b Kirk VanGelder (29 January 2019). Fundamentals of Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair. Jones & Bartlett Learning. p. 247. ISBN 978-1-284-14339-3.
^ International Labour Office (1985). Introduction to Working Conditions and Environment. International Labour Organization. p. 67. ISBN 978-92-2-105125-1.

[VanGelder2019-1] Kirk VanGelder (29 January 2019). Fundamentals of Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair. Jones & Bartlett Learning. p. 247. ISBN 978-1-284-14339-3.

[Office1985-2] International Labour Office (1985). Introduction to Working Conditions and Environment. International Labour Organization. p. 67. ISBN 978-92-2-105125-1.

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