On this page you will find the series of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) information sheets. It will help motor vehicle repair (MVR) practitioners comply with their duties under the COSHH Regulations to control exposure to hazardous substances and protect workers' health.
The sheets describe good practice when carrying out a range of common MVR tasks. For the relevant COSHH information on '2-pack' isocyanate paints see paint spraying and allied tasks.
COSHH essentials for cleaning and repair tasks
We have a range of COSHH essentials guidance sheets for service and retail you may find useful.
COSHH essentials guidance sheets for cleaning tasks include:
- advice for managers - SR0
- cleaning and disinfection using low-pressure washers - SR01
- valeting etc with solvent-based products - SR17
- diluting chemical concentrates - SR02
COSHH essentials guidance sheets for repair tasks include:
- work with motor vehicle fuel - diesel, petrol, LPG SR16
- work with lubricants and waste oil SR19
- solvent degreasing (low volatility, small scale work) SR23
- dust from abrasive wheels SR21
Other COSHH essentials guidance sheets you may find useful include:
- Charging batteries for electrically powered vehicles - SR18
- Vehicle exhaust fume (in warehouses, garages, etc) - SR14
- Storing chemical products (small scale) - SR24
You may also find our COSHH essentials: general guidance useful on:
- Health monitoring for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease G401
- New and existing engineering control systems G406