Cox Automotive Achieves ISO Certification for Health, Safety, and Environmental Management Across UK Operations

In a significant achievement for Cox Automotive, the company has successfully acquired ISO certification for health and safety as well as environmental management for all of its UK-based businesses and locations. This comprehensive certification encompasses Manheim, Dealer Auction, NextGear Capital, Movex, and Codeweavers.

The prominent automotive services provider has been diligently working over the past year to secure ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications for three additional locations, while also ensuring that several other Manheim Auction Services sites were re-certified against these international standards.

Of note, the newly certified locations include the Stafford-based digital retail solutions business Codeweavers, as well as Manheim Vehicle Services’ sites at Wyton and Bruntingthorpe.

Alan Barratt, Cox Automotive’s group supply chain director, expressed immense pride in the company’s achievement, stating, “For the first time, we can proclaim that all 33 UK locations under the Cox Automotive umbrella, and all our UK businesses, are fully ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certified. This is a significant accomplishment that sets us apart from our competitors. It involved a sizable company-wide team effort, and achieving and maintaining both standards for all business areas and locations demonstrates our unwavering commitment to occupational health and safety and environmental management.”

The importance of ISO 45001 certification for occupational health and safety lies in demonstrating Cox Automotive’s ability to identify and control hazards in the workplace, thereby helping to prevent accidents or injuries. Conversely, ISO 14001 for environmental management systems aids businesses in minimizing waste, controlling pollution, and conserving resources to reduce their environmental impact.

Barratt further emphasized, “Both standards also demonstrate our steadfast commitment to the well-being of our people. Moreover, they illustrate our ongoing efforts to improve our business performance and always strive to deliver excellence for our customers.”

In conclusion, Cox Automotive’s dedication to upholding the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental management across all its UK operations is evident through the attainment of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certifications. This accomplishment underlines the company’s commitment to prioritising the well-being of its employees while also endeavoring to minimize its environmental impact.