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(13) First aid materials on hand.
(14) Location of fire alarm station.
(15) Fire extinguishers and fire blankets, on hand as required.
(16) Location of nearest telephone.
(17) Barricades, as necessary.
(18) Electrical hazards in vicinity taken into account.
(19) Working electrical equipment grounded.
(20) Spark proof tools, as required.
(21) Flammability and flashpoints of painting materials posted nearby stowed materials.
(22) Safety and fire permits secured.
(23) Gas Free Engineer's approval secured.
(24) Condition of ladders and scaffolding checked.
(25) Safe footing provided for workers.
information and phone numbers regarding the safe handling of a product. The manufacturer is required to
supply an MSDS with each item (hazardous material). An MSDS should always be on hand in the event
of an emergency, but even more importantly, the MSDS should be read and understood before beginning
a job.
system. The data sheet contains information about recommended use, coating type, color, mixing ratios,
cure times, cure temperatures, VOC content, thinning, pot life, shelf life, recommend film thickness,
suggested application methods, surface preparation, and contact information.
the area to conditions and situations that are actually or potentially dangerous. Use of toxic and
flammable materials, pressurized equipment, ladders, scaffolding, and rigging presents potential hazards.
Hazards may also be inherent in working conditions or caused by operator inexperience, lack of training,
or carelessness. Awareness of all potential hazards is therefore essential, because continuous and
automatic observance of precautionary measures will minimize the danger and improve painting crew
efficiency and morale. The following areas require alertness when painting operations are planned and
executed.
a. Paint Materials. Most paint materials are hazardous to some degree. All except water-thinned paints
are flammable, many are toxic, and others can irritate the skin.
b. Environment. Working conditions will vary from job to job. In addition to the hazards inherent in the
painting operation, the painter may encounter other hazards in the work area itself. For example, slippery
decks or obstacles located on decks may cause falls; electrical or mechanical equipment may produce
shocks or other serious injuries; uninsulated steam lines or hot pipes may cause severe burns; fire
hazards; or, too rapid evaporation of a solvent can create a toxic atmosphere.
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