Automotive Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Automotive workshops mix vehicles, hoists, rotating equipment and hazardous substances in tight spaces. Without clear procedures, technicians may improvise, increasing the chance of injuries and damage.

BlueSafe’s Automotive SOPs provide step-by-step guidance for common workshop tasks to keep work organised and safe.

Typical Automotive SOP Topics

Automotive SOPs may cover:

• operating vehicle hoists and jacks
• servicing engines, brakes and suspension
• using tyre changers and wheel balancers
• handling oils, coolants and other automotive chemicals

Each SOP is written to complement your SWMS and Risk Assessments for higher-risk work.

What’s Inside an Automotive SOP

Each SOP typically includes:

• purpose and task scope
• PPE, tools and equipment required
• pre-start checks and vehicle identification steps
• step-by-step operating or servicing instructions
• shutdown, clean-up and waste disposal steps
• reminders about housekeeping and customer vehicle protection

You can adjust these sections to match your standard job cards and service procedures.

Why Workshops Use BlueSafe SOPs

• ✔ Written in practical language for technicians and apprentices
• ✔ Supports WHS duties in busy service environments
• ✔ Fully editable and brandable for your workshop
• ✔ Useful for induction, toolbox talks and quality checks

Use these Automotive SOPs to support safer, more consistent servicing and repair work in your business.