Resources

This page provides links to sources of information and guidance on health and safety in the motor vehicle repair (MVR) and associated industries.

Example risk assessments

HSE publications

Health and safety in motor vehicle repair and associated industries - HSG261 is a one-stop-shop for the motor vehicle repair (MVR) industry. It replaces 2 previous publications, Health and safety in motor vehicle repair (HSG67) and Health and safety in tyre and exhaust-fitting premises (HSG62), both published in the early 1990s. The publication reflects changes in the industry since then, including:

  • air conditioning
  • air bags
  • hybrid vehicles
  • compliant paints and spray guns
  • Small and Medium Area Repair Techniques (SMART)

Other publications of use:

HSE leaflets

COSHH

COSSH advice sheets for motor vehicle repair

Electrical safety

Do you use a steam/water pressure cleaner - INDG68

Flammable and explosive substances

Health substances

Manual handling

Slips, trips and falls

Workplace transport

Managing vehicle safety at the workplace: A short guide for employers - INDG199

Videos

Statistics relating to motor vehicle repair

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Updated 2025-05-22