Fire proofing and intumescent coating: energy sources and direct controls

Spraying intumescent and fire proofing coatings releases solvent vapour and overspray, usually at height and across areas shared with other trades.

High-energy check

Treat spray vapour and overspray in enclosed areas as a health and ignition exposure. Pressurised spray equipment injects through skin at close range.

This task's main energy sources are not calculated by this tool. Use the trigger checks below and competent-person verification.

Trigger checks

Chemical
Harmful, reactive, flammable, corrosive or toxic substances.
Sound
Harmful noise or impulse sound.

Direct controls to verify

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Safety data sheets for the coating system are at the work location.
The spray area is excluded and signed before work starts.
Ventilation is confirmed for enclosed areas.
Ignition sources are removed from the vapour area.
Spray equipment is depressurised before nozzles are cleared.
Spray guns are never pointed at any person.

For your SPA or pre-start

State the products and data sheets, the ventilation and exclusion around spraying, the ignition controls and the spray pressure precautions.

Limitations: This tool supports planning and verification only. It does not replace competent risk assessment, legal duties, employer procedures, client requirements or competent supervision.