Onboard Maintenance Painting Guide - International Marine Coatings

Introduction and planning
Surface preparation
Paint application
Health and safety
Fire and safety precautions
• Storage – usually paint should be stored in dry,
shaded conditions away from heat and ignition
sources. Specific conditions can be found on individual
product technical data sheets.
• Ventilation – the use of suitable ventilation during
painting operations should be promoted.
• Ignition – painting should only be undertaken when
all naked lights and unprotected electrical equipment
have been removed from the area.
• Waste disposal – any waste should be dealt with in
accordance with prevalent local requirements.
Personal protective equipment
The following equipment should be used during onboard
maintenance painting:
• Overalls
• Fluorescent or high visibility vest or jacket
• Hearing protection
• Dust mask
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Safety helmet
Gloves or gauntlets
Overalls
Safety boots and/or shoes
Face mask and cartridge filters
Hearing protection
Marine Coatings
All products supplied and technical recommendations given are subject to our conditions of sale.
OBM Painting Guide
Safety goggles Safety spectacles
Dust mask
Life jacket
For further information:
Fluorescent or high visibility
vest or jacket
The following should also be available as
appropriate:
• Life jacket, if working over water
• A fall arrest safety harness and lanyard if working at height
Fall arrest safety harness
and lanyard
Call: +44 (0)191 469 6111
Fax: +44 (0)191 495 2003
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