Dealership Safety Training

Dealership employees should undergo safety training before starting employment.

Employees at car dealerships should be trained on safety precautions to avoid exposure to fumes, hazardous materials, excessive noise, eye injuries, handling and lifting injuries, falls, hoisting injuries and vehicular incidents. This training is typically done at each individual dealership.

Orientation

When a new employee starts work at a dealership, he should be given an overview of how to prevent safety hazards while on the job. This training is done by a human resources manager or the dealership location manager.

On-the-Job Training

Managers should provide employees with safety handbooks and post proper safety measures on-site, such as in a break room. Many employers have regular training in accordance with staff meetings and performance reviews. Employers should also disseminate information to employees about new safety concerns that may emerge with new products.

National Requirements

The National Auto Dealership Association (NADA) has standards and requirements its member dealerships must follow. The association offers training for managers, and national conferences and workshops for continued education.

References

• National Auto Dealership Association
• Safety Awareness for Dealership Employees