Safe Work Method Statements are required for high-risk work activities in auto body workshops under the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2025. Auto body operations involve isocyanate-containing paints, welding on coated metals, grinding operations that generate respirable dust, and vehicle lifting procedures where crush risk is ever-present. All EHS Atlas templates include psychosocial hazard controls mandated from 1 April 2023 and Section 26A binding code of practice mapping effective 1 July 2026. Each template is built around the incoming WEL values taking effect 1 December 2026 so your workshop is compliant before the transition date.
Covers spray booth setup, airflow verification, filter checks, and safe operation procedures for all automotive spray painting. Includes AS/NZS 4114 compliance checks and emergency shutdown protocols.
Work in a contaminated or flammable atmosphereAddresses isocyanate exposure during two-pack polyurethane paint mixing, application, and curing. Includes supplied-air RPE requirements and health surveillance triggers.
Work involving hazardous chemicalsCovers sanding, filling, priming, and masking operations that generate respirable dust and chemical vapour exposure. Includes dust extraction and RPE requirements.
General workshop operationsAddresses styrene exposure from polyester body fillers and fibreglass repair kits. Covers mixing ratios, ventilation requirements, and skin protection protocols.
Work involving hazardous chemicalsControls welding fume exposure from MIG, spot, and gas welding on coated, galvanised, and painted panels. Includes fume extraction, RPE, and fire prevention controls.
Hot work near flammable materialsManages respirable dust, noise, and vibration hazards from angle grinders, orbital sanders, and DA sanders used in panel repair. Covers on-tool extraction and hearing protection.
General workshop operationsAddresses chemical exposure during paint mixing, tinting, and catalyst addition in mixing rooms. Covers ventilation, spill containment, and PPE requirements for handling isocyanate catalysts.
Work involving hazardous chemicalsControls solvent exposure during spray gun disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly. Covers enclosed gun washers, solvent recycling, and waste management procedures.
Work involving hazardous chemicalsManages crush risk during vehicle hoisting, jacking, and support operations. Covers hoist inspection, load rating verification, and secondary support requirements.
Work involving powered mobile plantAddresses atmospheric hazards and access restrictions when working inside vehicle cabins, tanks, and enclosed cargo areas during repair and coating operations.
Work in a confined spaceOur WHS consultants can review your existing SWMS, identify gaps against the WHS Regulation 2025, and build compliant templates tailored to your auto body operations.
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