The company employs two sprayers and two others who assist with body preparation, panel beating etc, one of whom is an apprentice. The premises are on an industrial estate and include an external parking are for four cars; a small reception area, which can accommodate three vehicles; a dedicated mixing are for paints and a single downdraught spray booth with ‘pit’ extraction. The company have recently invested in a new UV-cured small to medium area repair technique (SMART) system. The spray booth, local exhaust ventilation and compressor are examined and maintained by the company’s insurers. Above the reception there is a mezzanine floor used for storage, which has double handrails and a permanent wooden staircase for access.
A corner of the preparation area has been partitioned off to create a mess room where there is a sink, kettle and microwave. Lockers are provided for storing work clothes and equipment. At the entrance there are toilet facilities with a hand basin, water heater, soap dispenser and paper towels.
The company use an occupational health advisor who visits once a year.