Safety Above All Else!

Proper Windshield Installion - is Critical to Safety!

The Independent Glass Association believes that safe installation isn't merely about the parts you use, it's about how the job is done. By emphasizing OEM direction, measurable service practices, and ongoing education, IGA ServiceSafety™ helps reinforce consumer confidence and professional accountability.

Windshields and other automotive glass components are integral to your vehicle's structural integrity and occupant protection. In a collision, properly installed glass:

Safety Barrier

Automotive glass acts as a primary containment system for occupants.

Roof Support

Contributes to structural integrity during rollover events.

Restraint Integration

Works in coordination with seats, seat belts, and airbags.

Cabin Integrity

Maintains occupant protection during impact events.

Because automotive glass plays such a vital role in safety, it must be installed in a way that preserves those protective functions.

Choose Shops That Follow Verified Procedures

Because correct installation affects structural performance, occupant protection, and safety system functionality, the IGA encourages consumers to select automotive glass service providers that:

  • Follow documented OEM procedures for each specific vehicle,
  • Respect safe drive-away times and adhesive system requirements,
  • Comply with applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards,
  • Support technician education from reputable industry sources.

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IGA ServiceSafety™ - A Service-Focused Safety Framework

The Independent Glass Association (IGA) is committed to advancing safety, quality, and professionalism in automotive glass replacement and related services. Our approach, IGA ServiceSafety™, focuses on the service process itself: how installations are executed, documented, and verified to meet applicable safety expectations.

Rather than prescribing a single technical installation standard, IGA ServiceSafety™ emphasizes adherence to the most authoritative sources for safety requirements, including:

  • Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) procedures and specifications, which define how a specific vehicle's glass must be replaced
  • Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) enacted by the U.S. Department of Transportation for safe glazing, windshield mounting, and occupant protection

IGA and its members align their practices primarily with these OEM and federal safety requirements, ensuring consistency with the safest and most up-to-date directives available.

Encouraging Third-Party Standards & Education

While OEM procedures and FMVSS compliance form the foundation of safe service work, the IGA also encourages technicians and shops to consider:

  • Voluntary third-party recommendations and best practices,
  • Voluntary industry standards such as the *ANSI/AGSC/AGRSS 003-2015 standard,
  • Education and certification programs provided by industry-based training providers.

These valuable resources supplement competency and understanding of safety principles but do not replace OEM-specific procedures or federal safety requirements.

IGA ServiceSafety™ supports a culture of continuous learning and respects the role that voluntary standards and third-party training play in strengthening technician knowledge and performance.

*ANSI/AGSC/AGRSS 003-2015 is a voluntary industry standard and is not administered by the Independent Glass Association. IGA ServiceSafety™ is a separate service-focused framework emphasizing OEM procedure compliance and FMVSS adherence.