What this checklist covers
A dealership combines very different risks under one roof: customers in the showroom, vehicles moving on site, lifts and chemicals in the workshop, heavy items in the parts store. This template walks the whole site in one pass so nothing is missed between departments.
The Dealership Health and Safety Checklist Template is a 15-point scorecard for dealership Health & Safety standards. Each criterion is scored from 1 to 5 on what the auditor sees on the day, and every gap goes into an action plan with an owner and a close date.
AutoSmart tip: Health & Safety audits should include a physical walkthrough of all work areas — workshop bays, chemical storage, waste areas, and emergency equipment locations. Compliance is only meaningful when it reflects daily conditions, not pre-visit preparation.
The checks
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PPE and personal safety
- Are all Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) items available for staff as per the PPE recommendation document, and is proper usage ensured during each repair operation?
- Are PPE items inspected regularly for damage or expiry, with defective items removed from service and replaced promptly?
- Is adequate ventilation provided in areas where fumes, dust, or chemical vapours are generated during repair operations?
First aid and emergency response
- Is a first aid kit available with all essential medicines, with no missing or expired items?
- Is an emergency evacuation drill conducted at least once a year, with records kept (subject to local government regulations), and is the emergency evacuation route displayed in multiple areas of the dealership?
- Is there a documented incident and near-miss reporting procedure in place, and are records of all reported incidents and near-misses maintained?
Fire safety
- Is fire fighting equipment available as per local government regulations, and is there a periodical maintenance record for all fire fighting equipment?
- Is the chemical storage area located away from any source of ignition to ensure safety?
- Are fire exits, emergency lighting, and escape routes clearly marked, unobstructed, and inspected at regular intervals?
Chemical and environmental safety
- Are hazardous chemicals stored properly, labelled correctly, and secured with no risk of leaks or spills?
- Is there an Environmental Policy at the dealer, and is it displayed in the center office or lounge?
- Is there an HFC/CFC recovery and recycling system at the dealer, and is the usage of the system recorded?
- Is there a designated temporary storage area for hazardous waste before it is handed over to a licensed third-party disposal provider?
Facility and equipment safety
- Are vehicle hoists, lifts, and jacking equipment inspected periodically, certified as per manufacturer specifications, and maintained in safe working condition?
- Are electrical panels, switchboards, and wiring inspected periodically with records maintained, and are they free from unauthorized modifications?
How to run it
How the scoring works
Before the visit, fill in the dealer or centre, the auditor, the date and the audit cycle. Then score each of the 15 checks from 1 to 5 on what you see on the day, not on what the site aims for, and add them up out of 75.
- 1Not in place
- 2Attempted
- 3Defined
- 4Managed
- 5Fully sustained
- Green60–75 · 80–100%Compliant. Keep the standard.
- Amber38–59 · 50–79%Improvement needed: a structured action plan within 30 days.
- Red0–37 · Below 50%Priority intervention, escalated to regional management.
Then close every gap
Each gap goes into the action plan tracker and moves through four stages until the auditor closes it.
- 1PendingOwner and close date set
- 2In progressWork under way, evidence gathered
- 3CompletedEvidence submitted for review
- 4ApprovedVerified and closed by the auditor
Questions about this checklist
How often should a dealership safety walk happen?
Monthly is a common rhythm, with a check after any incident or change to the site.
Who should do it?
A trained safety officer or manager, with department heads joining for their areas.
Is there a detailed guide?
Yes: our blog guide on health and safety checklists for dealerships explains each area in more depth.
