Foley and Baugh in Gt Yarmouth offer health and safety services to Norfolk and Suffolk garages and to the Motor Vehicle Repair (MVR) sector across East Anglia.
Ensuring a safe working environment is essential for garages, where a variety of hazards can pose risks to staff and customers alike. From handling hazardous materials like lubricants and coolants to working with flammable chemicals, garages must make health and safety protocols a priority. Proper storage and handling of chemicals, following manufacturer guidelines, and ensuring the availability of datasheets can significantly reduce risks. Similarly, fire safety measures are critical. Equipping the workplace with appropriate fire extinguishers and alarms, and training staff on their use, is vital. But help and advice are not far away. When it comes to health and safety training for garages, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk and Suffolk garage owners turn to us for the motor vehicle repair (MVR) safety training and guidance we offer throughout East Anglia.
Working with heavy vehicles is bound to mean there is a risk of injury if proper lifting procedures are neglected and the appropriate lifting equipment is not made available. Furthermore, regular maintenance of tools and adherence to operating instructions are key to minimising accidents. Personal protective equipment (PPE), such as gloves, safety glasses and respiratory protection, also plays a vital role in safeguarding mechanics and other garage staff against workplace hazards.
Electrical tools are commonplace in garages, but they come with their own risks. Ensuring all electrical equipment is in good condition, free of exposed wires, and routinely inspected by a qualified electrician, is vital. Additionally, slips, trips and falls are common in busy environments, making it crucial to keep garages tidy, clean up spills promptly and use appropriate signage.
In the motor vehicle repair (MVR) sector, health and safety as well as efficiency are achieved not least by maintaining a clean and organised garage. Tools and parts should be stored properly, and spillages dealt with immediately. Regular equipment maintenance is equally important, as poorly maintained machinery can lead to injuries.
Finally, all staff should be familiar with emergency procedures. Knowing how to use fire extinguishers, shut off utilities and locate exits can save lives in critical situations. A formal health and safety induction for new staff ensures everyone is prepared, as does appropriate ongoing training.
In Great Yarmouth and across Norfolk and Suffolk our Health and Safety for Garages services help keep mechanics and other garage personnel safe and garage owners compliant. Contact us today to enquire about our health and safety services for the MVR sector in East Anglia. We’ll help you keep your motor vehicle repair business safe and compliant.
Call us today on 01493 659026 or email us at hello@foleyandbaugh.co.uk