APPENDIX A. SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR ELECTROSTATIC SPRAY PAINTING OF METAL FURNITURE

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APPENDIX A

SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR ELECTROSTATIC SPRAY

PAINTING OF METAL FURNITURE

Electrostatic painting, when performed according to

c. Ascertain that proper ventilation is provided

specifications, is a safe method of sprucing up your

metal furniture. However, there are some risks involved

throughout the painting operation. This will normally

as there are with any job using paint and paint solvents.

reduce the paint odor level that is noticeable the next

To avoid any fire hazard or any unnecessary employee

day.

discomfort, please observe the following precautions:

d. Schedule the work so that painting is never done

a. Read and implement the advice contained in the

in inhabited areas or in areas adjacent to inhabited areas

"Ordering Agency Requirements" paragraph of the price

(e.g., areas where work is going on while the painters are

schedule. It is advisable to have somebody detailed to

working). Solvent vapors are normally dispersed by the

observe the work.

morning after the job, however, concentrations during

painting operations can reach a level that will cause

b. Ascertain that the contractor is using the type of

discomfort.

paint specified. This will not only result in better looking

furniture, but it will reduce the fire hazard potential.