Painting & Decorating Risk Assessment & Method Statement

Painting involves chemical exposure, working at height, and repetitive movements.

VOCs in paints require ventilation and skin protection.

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Key Hazards

⚠️Falls from height
⚠️VOC inhalation
⚠️Skin contact
⚠️Dust (sanding)
⚠️Eye injuries
⚠️RSI

Control Measures

✓Safe access equipment
✓Ventilation (spray work)
✓RPE (spraying)
✓Skin protection
✓Dust extraction

PPE Requirements

  • 🛡️Safety boots
  • 🛡️Overalls
  • 🛡️Gloves
  • 🛡️Safety glasses
  • 🛡️Dust mask/respirator

Legal Requirements

  • 📋COSHH 2002

Step-by-Step Method

Prepare surfaces
Prime
Undercoat
Top coat
Clean equipment

Emergency Procedures

• Skin/eye contact: Wash immediately
• Inhalation: Fresh air