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DG 1110-3-126
August 1976
2-11 Minimizing
a.
Auto Crafts Centers are subject to a high incidence of
vandalism, pilfering, accidents, and heavy wear and tear.
This is due partly to the fact that moving vehicles can be
Maintenance and
destructive, and their very weight and mobility are poten-
tial dangers. The process of car repair also involves the use
Vandalism
of gasoline, grease, toxic fumes, acids, and other sub-
stances which soil and create hazards.
b. It is particularly important to exercise care in the
selection of materials, finishes, and pieces of equipment
that will stand up to heavy use and can be easily main-
tained. The use of residential type overhead garage doors
is a case in point, Except in the most dire economic cir-
cumstances they should not be used, because they are
not designed to withstand such service and their hoisting
mechanisms frequently break down.
c.
Security considerations are equally important. Shops
contain tools, parts, and automobiles that are attractive
temptations to a significant number of people. Points of
entrance should be lighted and designed to be easily seen
from the outside by security patrols and easy to control
internally by the staff. Outdoor vehicle storage areas
should be fenced and provided with appropriate lighting.
d. Vandalism is an increasing social problem nearly
everywhere, including military installations, and must be
considered when designing an Auto Crafts Center. The
layout of the building, the elimination of hard to super-
vise areas, the use of durable materials and security light-
ing are important in alleviating this problem.
upkeep
Factors
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