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CLASS DESCRIPTION

AUTHORITY

COMMENTS

Airbag Insttalation, Service or RepairBrokerageAcceptable as an indicental exposure in conjunction with garage operations.  Submit if more than 20% of the operations.
Airplan Repair/Maintenance or Any Airport Premises ExposureProhibited
Antique Auto Dealers, Repair & RestorationBrokerage
Auto Accessory Dealers*
(GL Class Code 10071)
BrokerageAcceptable in conjunction with garage operations.  Provide receipts on over the counter parts sales (parts sold but not installed by the risk).
Auto Alarm/Stereo Installation*BrokerageRisks that warrant the alarm makes an auto theft-proof are prohibited.
Auto AuctionsBrokerage
Auto Dismantling or Salvage Yards (Excluding Products)*
(GL Class Code 10071)
BrokerageAcceptable in conjunction with garage operations.  Customer must not be allowed to remove their own parts and must be accompanied while i the yard.  Premises must be fenced and verify no crushing or stacking of more than 3 autos.  Products coverage for used parts is excluded on our policy.
Auto Maintenance & RepairProhibited
Auto PawningBrokerage
Auto Storage - No Repair*BrokerageGaragekeepers coverage must be limited to Legal Liability only.  Impound Yards are separately classified.
Bed Liner Installation (Including Spray On)*BrokerageConfirm application of "non-skid" material is limited to truck beds only.  Add CAG1919 specifying "Auto Spray On Bedliners"
Boat DealersBrokerageAcceptable as an incidental exposure in conjunction with auto dealerships.  If over 20%, refer to the Ocean Marine Dept.  The Garage policy provides coverage for "watercraft while ashore on premises where you conduct garage operations".  Use Symbol 32.
Boat RepairBrokerageAcceptable as an incidental exposure in conjunction with auto dealerships.  If over 20%, refer to the Ocean Marine Dept.  Note:  The Garage policy provides coverage for "watercraft while ashore on premises where you conduct garage operations".  Use Symbol 32.
Body Shop & Painting*BrokerageSubmit if no UL approved spray booth.
Bus Dealers or RepairProhibited
Car Washes - Full Service*Brokerage
Consignment SalesBrokerageForward a copy of the consignment agreement.  Add DOL if physical damage coverage is requested.
Contractors Equipment Dealers or RepairBrokeragePlease provide a complete list of types of equipment.  Cranes and Cherry Pickers are prohibited.
Dealers - New AutosBrokerage
Dealers - Used AutosBrokerageIncidental sale of boats is acceptable.
Detailers*Brokerage
Drive-Away ContractorsBrokerageInclude three years favorable hard copy loss runs.
Electric Auto Sales or RepairBrokerage
Emergency Vehicle Dealers or RepairBrokeragePlease provide a complete description of repairs and types and values of vehicles.
Farm Equipment Dealers or RepairBrokerageThe maximum Liability limit offered on this class is $300,000.
Frame/Unibody StraighteningBrokerageAcceptable as an incidental exposure in conjunction with other garage operation.
Fuel Conversion ShopsProhibited
Gasoline Stations - Full Service (Including Auto Repair)BrokerageConvenience Store:  Incidental exposure requires no additional rating.  If exposure is greater than 20%, receipts are required and additional GL rating will be needed.  Gasoline sales is included in the liability rating.  LPG must be dispensed by trained employees and tanks properly barricaded.
Golf Cart Dealers or Repair*Brokerage
Handicapped modification, dealers or repairProhibited
Hazmat HaulersProhibited
Heavy Truck DealersBrokerageTrucks with more than 26,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight are considered heavy.  Include the Heavy Truck/Trailer Supplement.  A minimum surcharge of 1.25 applies to liability only.
Heavy Truck RepairBrokerageTrucks with more than 26,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight are considered heavy.  Include the Heavy Truck/Trailer Supplement.  A minimum surcharge of 1.25 applies to liability only.
Impound YardsBrokeragePremises must be fenced.  A minimum Liability & Garagekeepers surcharge of 1.10 and a minimum deductible of $1,000 apply.  Submit if In-Tow coverage on For-Hire Towing is desired.
Kit Car or Other Auto MfgProhibited
LPG DistributorsBrokerageAcceptable as an incidental exposure in conjunction with garage operation.
Limousine ConversionBrokerageProducts coverage must be covered elsewhere.
Mobile Auto Repair ServiceBrokerageDiversion of Traffic is prohibited.
Mobile Home Dealers, Repair or TotersProhibited
Motorcycle DealersBrokerageIncludes the Motorcycle Supplement.  A minimum liability surcharge of 1.25 applies.  Liability coverage will be reduced to minimum statutory limits for customers or employees who do not have a valid motorcycle license.
Motorcycle RepairBrokerageInclude the Motorcycle Supplement.  A minimum liability surcharge of 1.25 applies.  Liability coverage will be reduced to minimum statutory limits for employees who do not have a valid motorcycle license.
Navigation System Installation*Brokerage
Non-Licenses Vehicle Repair & Sales - ATVs, Jet Skis, Snowmobiles, etc.BrokerageThe maximum Liability limit offered on this class is $100,000.  Include three years favorable hard copy loss runs.
Oil/Lube ServiceBrokerageRisk must be in business 3 years.  A minimum liability surcharge of 1.50 and deductible of $1,000 apply.
Parking Lots & Garages*BrokerageGaragekeepers coverage must be limited to Legal Liability only.
Public Livery Repair (taxis, limos, shuttle busses, etc.)BrokerageInclude a complete description of repairs and type of vehicle.  Risk must be in business 3 years.
Recreational Vehicle DealersBrokerageInclude the RV supplement.  A minimum Liability surcharge of 1.25 applies.
Recreational Vehicle RepairBrokerageInclude the RV supplement.  A minimum Liability surcharge of 1.25 applies.
Recreational Vehicle Storage - No Repair*BrokerageGaragekeepers coverage must be limited to Legal Liability only.  See Boat Class if Boat Storage exists.
Rental or Lease OperationsProhibited
Repossessors - For HireProhibitedAcceptable in conjunction with auto dealers if less than 10% of the operations and strictly repossession of owned (lien on title) autos subject to adherence with state regulations.
Semi Trailer Dealers or RepairBrokerageInclude the Heavy Truck/Trailer Supplement.  Tanker trailers are prohibited.
Suspension RepairBrokerageSuspension modification including lift kits & lowering kits are prohibited.
Tanker Dealers - New*Brokerage
Tire Dealers - Used (Excluding ProductsBrokerageProducts coverage for used tires is excluded.
Trailer Dealers or RepairBrokerageAcceptable for small utility trailers or 5th wheel trailers.  Tanker trailers are prohibited.
Trailer Hitch Installation or Repair*Brokerage
Upholstery*Brokerage
Valet ParkingBrokerageInclude the Valet supplement.  A minimum Liability and Garagekeepers surcharge of 1.25 applies.
Van Conversion*BrokerageCosmetic changes; such as running lights/boards, captain's chairs, etc.  Provide a complete list of all products sold and installed.  Structural Alteration and Handicapped Modification is Prohibited.
Wholesale Auto DealersBrokerageIncidental slae of boat is acceptable.  Products coverage for salvage titled autos is excluded on our policy.
Window Tinting*Brokerage
Windshield Installation/Repair*Brokerage
Wrecker Service - For Hire or Garage OperationsProhibitedSee Impound Yard or Mobile Repair classifications if the exposure exists.  Submit if In-Tow coverage on For-Hire Towing is desired.