SANDICLIFFE ACCIDENT REPAIR GROUP BASED IN THE EAST MIDLANDS ARE PROUD TO FLY THE BSI KITEMARK®

Sandicliffe bodyshop group based in the East Midlands has recently gained the prestigious Kitemark certification at three of its accident repair sites, in just six months- setting the high standards that consumers and fleet managers expect when having their cars repaired. Founded by the Woodhouse and Barton families in 1948, Sandicliffe is now led by the second and third generations, both with day-to-day roles within the company. The family values of customer service, integrity and responsibility to the local community still drive this group and have helped turn it into a £170m success story. Not all bodyshops are the same: To earn the Kitemark for Vehicle Body Repair shops must prove that they conform to tough new standards set down in PAS 125. These include strict requirements that focus on skills, repair methods, equipment and materials. In addition, workshops must demonstrate that they have repair process management controls in place to monitor activities. All these elements are then assessed by independent BSI inspectors and must meet stringent benchmarks to be awarded the valuable Kitemark by BSI. Therefore a motorist should always look for the Kitemark symbol when choosing a bodyshop. Matt Walton, Group Bodyshop Manager commented: ”We wanted to go for the Kitemark for vehicle repairs to demonstrate our beliefs in safety and business development to our customers and suppliers. Furthermore, as a Kitemark licensee, we are regularly inspected to ensure we continue to deliver the same quality and safety every time. “The Kitemark also brought greater cohesion to the team as we are all working to achieve a common goal. We pride ourselves in the work we do and now can prove that we are unmatched by many others in the industry. In this competitive market, we must keep ahead and Kitemark certification helps us do this. Because of its independence, integrity and trust, this gives our products and company a real competitive advantage”. Quentin Willson, UK consumer motoring champion added: “We are impressed with the dedication shown by all the team at the Sandicliffe group achieving the Kitemark in such a short space of time and we truly believe that it will benefit their organisation and their customers. By gaining the certification it demonstrates how serious the bodyshop is about getting critical vehicle body repair safety processes right. “ For details on BSI Kitemark visit www.kitemark.com. For more details on Sandicliffe ARC visit www.sandicliffe.co.uk. For media enquiries relating to this press release, please contact Tracey Treanor at Chicane on 07789 078710 or e-mail tracey@chicanemarketing.co.uk NOTES TO EDITORS: Photo caption: right to left: Norman Mealing - ARC Manager Hucknall, Lee Beck - ARC Manager Loughborough, Shaun Dobney - ARC Manager Stapleford, Reg Tutt - MD About BSI Group BSI Group is a global independent business services organization which enables businesses, governments and other organizations to increase profits and market access, and to enhance reputation with its standards-based solutions and assurance services. From its origins as the world’s first National Standards Body, BSI Group draws upon over 100 years’ experience to partner with 66,000 organizations in 147 countries from its 50 offices. Today, through its independence, innovation and integrity, BSI continues to improve the lives of millions by raising standards worldwide. To learn more about BSI Group, please visit www.bsigroup.com Contact: Claire Lynam, Head of Communications & Alliances, BSI. Tel: 08450 765600, claire.lynam@bsigroup.com www.Kitemark.com

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