Interarch Certified Builder Program

Painting

Material is supplied from factory to site in prime condition
Normally all structures are primed with one coat of red oxide zinc chromate primer unless there is a specific requirement of project
.While in transit there is a possibility of scratches on the material, which should be touched up with the same primer after unloading at site

Primer touch-up should be done with the same type of primer as applied in plant after proper cleaning of dust, rust, etc.
Primer/ Painting should be avoided during foggy weather conditions.
Ensure the requirements as mentioned in Product Data Sheet (PDS) for product application and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for product safety.
Arrange the PDS and MSDS of applicable Paint
Spray process be used while painting at site

Mixing of Thinner and Paint should be done as per manufacture's recommendation
To avoid dust accumulation, material to be kept on wooden pallets or on sufficient height while painting
After painting one side of the material leave it for sufficient time to dry, before painting the other side of the material.
Second coat interval to be maintained as per manufacturer’s recommendation.
Ensure final painting to be done by skilled painter
Required Dry Film Thickness (DFT) to be maintained and measured by calibrated DFT gauge.

Use appropriate PPE when handling the paint containers
Storage areas shall be kept free of weeds, debris, and other combustible material
All storage rooms should have a proper ventilation system to provide fresh air
Paint should be stored in sealed containers at a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight and any heating source
Do not stack more than 3 containers
A minimum space of 2 feet should be maintained between rows in which the containers are kept
Empty containers shall be stored separately with their lids open
Wiping rags, drop cloths and paint-stained clothing shall be stored in waste cans with closed lid
Temporary electrical wiring / fittings should not to be installed in the paint storage area
Half-filled containers or unused paints should be marked properly for traceability and should be used by the next day

Before starting painting activity tool box training should be conducted and on job safety analysis to be organized
Worker should wear proper clothes to cover full body and use hand gloves to avoid any direct contact with paint
Wear an approved paint/spray/respirator, safety goggle while painting
Ensure use of Personal Protective Equipment’s like safety helmet, full body safety harness/Lifeline etc. during painting at height
Barricade/isolate the ground level and the area below the painting activity
Keep food and drink away from areas being painted
For any paint activity at night, proper illumination and supervision should be ensured which should be approved by an appropriate authority
Once the painting activity is done the painter should properly wash hands, arms, face before eating/drinking and should change into clean clothing before leaving the work site
If the worker feels unfit like dizziness while painting , he should be taken to the open area for fresh air

Material Safety Data Sheet shall be displayed at the paint storage area and circulated to all supervisors and above level
Entry to the paint area shall be restricted
Display safety signage/warnings at the paint storage and at the painting yard
Do not carry match boxes or cigarette lighters or any inflammable products to the site
Smoking, Grinding, gas cutting, welding, working with naked flames, etc. are strictly prohibited at the paint storage area and during the painting activity

Appropriate fire extinguishers/ sand buckets should be available at the storage area and at site
Continuous supervision shall be done at the site
Test certificate of air compressor to be handed over and ensure proper safe guarding of the moving parts of air compressor
Provide safe access for workers and ensure a stable work platform during painting activity at height
Safety Engineer/Safety officer should be available at site during painting activity
Ensure all lifting equipment and gears which are used during painting at height are third party inspected and records are maintained for the same
Always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations when cleaning spraying equipment
The paint cleaning fluid should be disposed properly in an safe manner