Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00420:reg:15:p16
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00420
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 15 (pt 16/22)
Character Range: 238065–240996

is necessary.
The affected employee should be moved on to different duties and immediately assessed by a medical practitioner and should not return to spray painting until cleared to do so.
PHYSICOCHEMICAL EFFECTS:
Flammable solvents are used in the workshop however quantities are small. The solvent being used is highly flammable. It is stored overnight, along with any generated waste, in a lockable, flame-proof cabinet prior to disposal by a local waste company. There have been no reported spillages in the past 12 months and no fires have occurred. Smoking is prohibited and the procedure strictly adhered to and there are no other sources of ignition close to the storage or mixing areas. The equipment in the spraying work area is rated as intrinsically safe.
The overall risk of fire is not significant if current procedures are maintained.
OTHER COMMENTS:
The workshop has strong chemical odours. The filters servicing the spray booth should be cleaned and/or replaced at the end of each working day to prevent the build up
of ignitable vapours from spraying operations.
Spray booth has not been serviced for some time and air flow does not meet AS requirements.
It is recommended all spray painters undergo regular health monitoring checks to ensure the integrity of controls in place.

A detailed report* is attached (*report not provided for the purpose of this example)
ACTIONS ARISING:
See above assessment matrix for action in light of the assessed processes.
Particular attention should also be paid to the following to ensure that controls maintain their integrity and protect employees
    * Scheduled testing of the downflow ventilation system
    * Regular replacement/cleaning of filters in the spray booth
    * Regular assessment of PPE to check for any signs of wear and tear (refer to manufacturer's instructions)
      * Supervision and training of personnel in the use of PPE and other controls
      * Filters for air supply to be cleaned or changed at regular intervals and according to the manufacturer's instructions
      * Regular air monitoring should be considered for operations where employees are exposed to solvent vapour or isocyanates.
ASSESSMENT RESULT AND RECOMMENDATIONS BY (person responsible): Occupational Hygiene Consultant Pty Ltd.
ACTIONS DUE BY AND RE-INSPECTION DATE: 1 March 2012
APPROVED BY/NAME: General Manager SIGNATURE:  DATE: 2/1/2012

ASSESSOR'S SIGNATURE: Occupational Hygiene Consultant Pty Ltd  SIGNATURE: DATE: 2/1/2012

Case study 2: Vapour Degreasing Operation

Job description
Small metal components are produced on an automated press that uses oil as a lubricant for the cutting tool. The components are collected in a metal basket and then manually transferred into
the solvent vapour-degreasing unit to remove the oil. Trichloroethylene is used as the degreasing solvent. One operator runs the press and the degreasing unit.

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