Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00412:body:0:p19
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2016L00412
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painting work to reduce unnecessary exposure and fire or explosion risks
    * using low hazard chemicals for surface preparation or cleaning
    * removing stored wastes, like solvent-soaked rags and waste paint, to control fire
      or explosion risks
    * removing electrical and ignition sources from within the exclusion zone to control fire
      and explosion risks
    * restricting spraying when wind speeds are likely to spread spray drift, and
    * restricting spraying when there is a close proximity to adjacent premises and property.
Only the spray gun and the cables connected to it should be in the exclusion zone. Put all other electrical equipment outside the zone or enclose it separately in a fire-resistant structure unless
the equipment is suitably certified for use in an area in which an explosive atmosphere may
be present.
Changing, washing and eating areas should be separated from the spray zone to reduce the risk
of cross contamination and protect others.
Persons other than the spray painter should not enter the exclusion zone during a spray painting operation unless equivalent PPE is worn. A sign stating "SPRAY PAINTING AREA - AUTHORISED PERSONNEL ONLY" should be prominently displayed at the exclusion zone.
Figure 9 illustrates the control measures required when spraying outdoors. Additional information about exclusion zones in different ventilation conditions is available in Appendix B.
Figure 9 Example of an exclusion zone when conducting outdoor spray painting.

3.4 Maintenance
You should ensure that the plant and equipment used in spray painting or powder coating activities is well maintained, operational and clean. This includes:
    * regular visual checks of equipment and plant including engineering controls and ventilation systems
    * regular monitoring and testing of ventilation flow rates
    * regular servicing of all equipment and plant
    * procedures for reporting and repairing faulty equipment, and
    * records of servicing, maintenance, repair and testing of plant and equipment should be kept
      for future reference.
When undertaking maintenance of equipment, ensure that:
    * spraying equipment is regularly cleaned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
    * spray guns are tested in a safe manner
    * spray booths are cleaned regularly. Cleaning of spray booths is made easier by covering exposed surfaces with non-flammable plastic film, which can be easily removed for cleaning
      or washing. The use of absorbent material, for example paper, cardboards, wooden platforms, should be avoided.
    * the air filter medium is cleaned according to the manufacturer's instructions. Frequent cleaning or replacement of the filter medium is required to prevent deposits blocking air flow. Never spray paint in the spray booth without an air filter medium, and
    * pressurised paint pots and pressurised spray guns are cleaned in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Pressure from the gun and the