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

Identification 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 for the vehicle on which the service is to be performed.

Process/Skill Questions:

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