Spray painting and powder coating
Safe Work Australia
This Code is intended to be read by a person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU). It provides practical guidance to PCBUs on how to manage health and safety risks associated with spray painting and powder coating.
This Code may be a useful reference for other persons interested in the duties under the WHS Act and WHS Regulations.
This Code applies to all workplaces covered by the WHS Act where spray painting and powder coating processes are carried out and where spray painting and powder coating products and equipment are used and stored.
Contents:
1: Introduction
2: The Risk Management Process
3: Controlling The Risks Of Spray Painting And Powder Coating
4: Specific Hazards And Control Measures
5: Health Monitoring
Appendix A: Glossary
Appendix B: Sample Risk Assessment Sheet
Appendix C: Spray Painting Exclusion Zones And Ventilation Conditions
