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ELV Depollution Safety Checklist

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Risk Assessment Description:

This ELV depollution safety checklist helps workshop staff safely remove hazardous fluids and components from end‑of‑life vehicles before dismantling or recycling.

It covers essential safety areas, including competence, work‑area ventilation, containment, fuel, oil, coolant and refrigerant removal, battery and airbag isolation, spill control and flammable‑atmosphere management. It references the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 and aligns with best practice guidance for vehicle treatment facilities.

The checklist is completed by the appointed supervisor or competent person before work starts. Each item must be answered Yes, No or N/A; any No response triggers immediate corrective action and a review before proceeding. The completed record provides evidence for inspections and demonstrates compliance with COSHH and other relevant regulations.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑work checks – confirm risk assessments, permits and equipment readiness before starting depollution.
  • During the task – monitor controls, PPE and containment while fluids are removed.
  • Final verification – ensure all residues are captured, waste is stored, and records are completed.

It also assists in planning exclusion zones, signage and emergency response measures, supporting a safe and compliant depollution operation in motor‑trade workshops.

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Compliant with: Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002; Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999.

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Checks covered in this ELV Depollution checklist

This ELV Depollution safety checklist template covers 29 checks. Customise the questions to your workplace, then download a professional, print-ready PDF with Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space.

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1Has a COSHH risk assessment for the depollution work been completed and briefed to all operatives?
2Is a specific permit or method statement in place for the ELV depollution task?
3Are all operatives trained and competent to carry out fuel, oil, coolant and refrigerant removal?
4Have operatives been trained on safe battery and airbag isolation procedures?
5Is the work area adequately ventilated to prevent build‑up of flammable vapour?
6Are fire extinguishers of the correct class positioned and inspected for use?
7Is spill containment equipment (drip trays, absorbent mats) ready and in good condition?
8Is the vehicle fuel tank isolation valve closed and locked before draining?
9Are fuel drain plugs accessible and free of damage?
10Is the oil drain plug inspected for leaks before removal?
11Is the coolant system depressurised and the drain valve functional?
12Are refrigerant recovery tools calibrated and certified for use?
13Is the vehicle battery disconnected and isolated from the electrical system?
14Is the airbag safety pin removed and the airbag module secured in a safe container?
15Are all collected fluids transferred to labelled, sealed containers for disposal?
16Is personal protective equipment (gloves, goggles, chemical‑resistant clothing, respirator where required) worn by all staff?
17Are emergency shut‑off switches for fuel and power clearly identified and reachable?
18Is a spill kit available and the correct type for the fluids being handled?
19Are first‑aid facilities and trained personnel on site for chemical exposure incidents?
20Has the work area been inspected after depollution to confirm no residual leaks or vapour pockets?
21Are waste containers sealed and stored in a designated hazardous‑waste area?
22Is a record of the depollution activity, including quantities removed and waste disposal, completed and filed?
23Is the work area clearly marked with signage indicating hazardous fluid removal?
24Are exclusion zones or barriers established to keep unauthorised personnel away from the depollution area?
25Are all hoses, pipes and connections inspected for damage or leaks before use?
26Are waste containers correctly labelled with the type of fluid and hazard pictograms?
27Is a health surveillance programme in place for staff regularly exposed to hazardous substances?
28Is a COSHH emergency response procedure displayed and communicated to operatives?
29Are ambient temperature and weather conditions suitable for safe fluid handling?

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How often should safety checklists be completed?

It depends on the activity and your risk assessment — many checks are daily, weekly or monthly, while others are done before each task or shift. Completed, dated checklists provide a useful record of your monitoring.

Are the checklists a substitute for a risk assessment?

No. A checklist is a monitoring and inspection tool that complements your risk assessments and method statements — it helps confirm that controls are in place and working. Use them alongside your risk assessments.

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