Spring-loaded safety locks automatically engage continuously as the HDS-14 rises, while adjustable safety ladders allow precise runway leveling, even on slightly sloped floors. A secondary slack-cable lock system provides backup protection in the unlikely event of cable failure. A push-button pneumatic lock release makes lowering operations fast and straightforward, while an integrated hydraulic flow restrictor helps control descent in the unlikely event of hose rupture. The maintenance-free electric-hydraulic power system, large base plates, customizable power unit location, and ETL approval all support a four-post lift designed for real shop dependability.