Operating & Containment Procedure – Spray

Painting

PURPOSE:
This Standard Operating Procedure outlines the procedures to be used by employees doing
spray painting in the Paint Booth.

PRIMARY STEPS:

1) Close all doors leading into room

2) Prepare material for painting
3) Gather needed PPE
4) Booth operators must wear and be certified for respirator
5) Turn on fume hood
6) Mix paint
7) Do spray paint application
8) Clean up
9) Leave booth ventilation system on after completing spray paint operation for at
least 45 minutes
10) 3M 6900 Respirator Mask

PROCEDURES:

Step #1: Close all doors leading into the room.

• All double set doors shall be shut and locked.

Step #2: Prepare material for painting.

• Sand down material
• Wipe down the material with alcohol.

Step #3: Gather needed PPE.

• Neoprene gloves for protection against solvent used to thin paint and for
cleaning.
• Respiratory protection

Step #4: Booth operators 3M 6900 large reusable full facepiece respiratory protection.

Step #5: Turn on Fume Hood

• All open chemical containers must be inside Paint Booth

Step #6: Mix paint

• Wear proper PPE.
• Respirator for chemical vapor
• Neoprene gloves protect against solvent absorbing into the skin.

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Step #7: Spray paint application

• Spray paint only inside Paint Booth
• Limit the over spray.
• Eye protection
• Safety goggles are recommended when a half mask is being used.

Step #8: Clean up.

• Wash out paint canister with solvent.
• Empty the rest of the cleaning solvent into storage container.
• Spray solvent inside Booth at water stream to clean spray gun
• Put paint and solvent back inside Flammable Storage Cabinet
• Prohibit any ignition source near flammable and combustible liquid – Ex.
Welding
• Use neoprene gloves to protect hands.
• Discard solvent soaked rags into approved fire-resistant metal trash
receptacle.

Step #9 Leave booths ventilation system running

• After completing the spray operation leave ventilation on for at least 45
minutes.

Step #10: 3M 6900 respirator mask.

• Clean Respirator
• Do post inspection.
• Replace filter cartridge caps or dispose of the filter cartridges.
• Put respirator in plastic bag or carrying case.
• Store in a dry, clean area

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CONTAINMENT PROCEDURE

Step #1 Assess the Spill

• The first step is to quickly assess the size, nature, and potential risks
associated with the spill. Determine the type of substance involved and
its hazards to guide the appropriate response.

Step #2 Alert & Evacuate

• If the spill poses an immediate threat to people's safety, activate the
emergency alarm system and evacuate the affected area. Alert all
personnel in the vicinity and ensure they move to a safe distance.

Step #3 Personal Protective Equipment

• Wear appropriate PPE, such as gloves, safety goggles, respirators, and
protective clothing, before attempting to handle or contain the spill.

Step #4 Use Containment Material

• Utilize spill containment kit comprising of materials like absorbent pads,
booms, or pillows to prevent the spill from spreading further.

Step #5 Containment Measures

• Build a physical barrier around the spill area using sandbags, dikes, or
other suitable materials to prevent the spill from spreading to nearby
drains, water bodies, or sensitive areas.

Step #6 Ventilation
• Make sure the hood fan is on and if required open bay doors for thru flow
of air.

Step #7 Decontamination
• After the spill is contained, decontaminate the affected area, equipment,
and personnel involved in the cleanup. Dispose of contaminated
materials properly

Step #8 Investigate and Prevent Future Accidents

• Conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the spill and identify
ways to prevent similar incidents in the future. Review and update spill
containment procedures accordingly.

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Step #9 Train Employees on following & record. This training on the procedure will take
place for new staff within three months from hiring date and for experienced
staff every six months.
• Hazard Identification - Training on how to identify different types of
hazardous materials and potential spill risks.
• Spill Response Procedure - Training on the specific steps to take when a
spill occurs, including containment, clean-up, and reporting procedures.
• PPE - Training on the proper use of personal protective equipment to
ensure the safety of responders during spill response and cleanup.
• Communication - Training on how to communicate effectively during a
spill incident, including notifying the appropriate authorities and team
members.
• Evacuation Procedure - Training on when and how to evacuate the area
safely if the spill poses a significant risk to personnel.

Employee Training Hazard Spill PPE Communication Evacuation

Name Date Identification Response Procedure
Procedure

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