Reducing Risk, Protecting Technicians and Preventing Costly Accidents
Every year, workshops and garages invest heavily in health and safety procedures, staff training and insurance cover. While many businesses focus on protecting vehicles and equipment, one of the biggest risks remains technician safety during vehicle maintenance.
Whenever a vehicle is raised off the ground, there is potential for serious injury if the vehicle is not properly supported.
This is why insurers, workshop owners and health and safety professionals place such importance on safe vehicle support systems.
The Cost of Workshop Accidents
A vehicle falling from inadequate support can have devastating consequences.
Potential risks include:
– Serious injury to technicians
– Vehicle damage
– Insurance claims
– Lost productivity
– Legal action
– Reputational damage
Even minor incidents can result in significant disruption to a workshop’s operations.
For larger organisations operating multiple workshops, the financial impact can be substantial.
Why Vehicle Support Matters
Traditional axle stands have been used successfully for decades, but they rely heavily on:
– Correct positioning
– Suitable lifting points
– Stable surfaces
– Proper technician training
As modern vehicles become increasingly complex, access to suitable support locations can become more challenging.
Electric vehicles, performance cars and modern commercial vehicles often feature undertrays, battery packs and restricted lifting areas.
This places greater importance on using equipment designed specifically for the task being undertaken.
The Rise of Wheel-Off Working
Many maintenance tasks require wheels to be removed completely.
These include:
– Brake servicing
– Suspension repairs
– Wheel refurbishment
– Detailing
– MOT preparation
– Vehicle storage
When wheels are removed, technicians need clear access around the vehicle while maintaining confidence in the support system being used.
A Different Approach
NuAxle’s patented Hub-Mounted Vehicle Support System was developed specifically for wheel-off working.
Rather than supporting the vehicle underneath the chassis, NuAxle mounts directly to the wheel hub once the wheel has been removed.
This provides:
– Clear working access
– Faster installation
– Compact storage
– Dedicated wheel-off support
The result is a cleaner and more efficient working environment.
Creating a Stronger Safety Culture
Insurance providers increasingly look favourably on businesses that invest in safety-focused equipment and procedures.
By demonstrating a commitment to technician welfare and modern workshop practices, businesses can strengthen their overall risk management strategy.
Safe technicians. Safe workshops. Safe businesses.
That’s why vehicle support matters.
Suggested images for these three blogs:
Blog 5 (Insurance)
- Workshop technician inspecting a vehicle supported on four NuAxles
- Clipboard with H&S checklist in foreground
- Clean professional workshop
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