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 a. Potential hazards are encountered in most deck covering applications. Therefore, a continuing safety
program during installation is mandatory. Adherence to prescribed safety procedures will provide
protection against major hazards such as fire, explosion, and toxicity.
b. Liquids, adhesives, and deck covering compounds containing volatile flammable solvents evaporate
to form vapors which, if not removed or reduced in concentration by adequate ventilation, may form
explosive or flammable mixtures. Every precaution shall be taken to ensure the elimination of ignition
sources, such as, open flames from smoking, lighters, welding, and other operations involving sparks that
can be generated from electrical equipment. A continuous fire watch shall be maintained during
application of these materials to ensure that all safety precautions are observed.
c. Vapors from some of the solvents used may have a harmful or irritating effect on the human system,
particularly in confined spaces. Air respirators and eye protectors shall be worn, depending on the
application. Container labels shall be read and followed for specific safety instructions concerning
flammability and toxicity.
D-6. Slip Resistant Coverings. Since all compounds used for installation of skid-resistant deck covering
contain volatile solvents, which may be flammable, adequate safety measures must be taken during
application.
a. Certain sensitive individuals handling the materials may develop a skin rash; therefore, gloves shall
be worn. Any materials spilled on the body shall be wiped off and the skin washed with soap and water. In
case of contact with the eyes, flush the eyes immediately with clear water and contact a physician.
Clothing and gloves contaminated with the uncured resins shall not be worn again until they have been
thoroughly cleaned. Because some formulations may use materials that fume when in contact with air,
adequate exhaust ventilation is necessary in closed spaces. If the proper precautions are taken to ensure
cleanliness, ventilation, and protective clothing, no difficulty should be encountered in using or handling
epoxy, resins, hardeners, or solvents.
b. The following safety precautions shall be observed for interior areas where non-skid materials are
rolled, trowled, or sprayed for a minimum of one hour after the non-skid has cured.
(1) Ensure absence of ignition sources; all welding, smoking, hot work, open flames, energizing and
deenergizing of electrical circuits in the compartment and adjacent areas shall be prohibited. Only
explosion-proof lights shall be used and all portable electrical wiring shall be inspected for cracks and
wear prior to use.
(2) Use exhaust ventilation, preferably air-driven, to open air to reduce the solvent vapor
concentration below the lower explosive limit. Ship's exhaust ventilation in the area shall be secured and
masked, supply left open. If it is necessary to use electrical motor-driven exhaust fans, only explosion-
proof equipment shall be used. Ground all exhaust ventilation for electrostatic discharge using AWG20
cable (or equivalent) with metal clips for attaching equipment to ground.
(3) Portable dry chemical fire extinguishers shall be readily available.
General. Slip-resistant self-adhesive treads have pressure-sensitive adhesive on their backs and can be
installed satisfactorily over bare steel, wood, well-dried (minimum 48 hours air dry) paint and primers,
deck tile, and all other deck coverings that are well adhered to the deck. All rust, grease, oil, and dirt must
be removed prior to installation. In addition, deck tile should be cleaned free of residual wax. Three treads
with no space between should be installed at the head and foot of ladders, on each side of doors used for
continuous traffic, and at both sides of doors in crew messing space (install over deck tile if present). This
will protect the deck tile from excessive wear on either side of doors. Slip-resistant treads should not be
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