Class description
The University of Washington Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences (UW DEOHS) Continuing Education Programs is offering professional development training on the primary hazards associated with the use of “ignitable coatings,” such as paint, lacquers, and sealants. The use of these materials can result in explosions, fires, and adverse health effects due to skin contact or inhalation of uncured coatings when ventilation and other protective measures are inadequate. These issues can occur in the complicated and unique “temporary” worksites with multiple independent crews and hectic schedules that exist at many construction sites, maintenance settings, and maritime operations. Recent incidents in the Northwest show all too well that the consequences of poorly ventilated spray operations and uncontrolled ignition sources can result in fires, explosions, serious injuries, and even death.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
The key to prevention is learning to be proactive. Toward that goal, the highlights of this course include:
• Setting up and enforcing a site-specific safety plan to control the risks associated with ignitable coating operations.
• Training and site workforce communication.
• Improving approaches for ventilation of spray operations, controlling sources of ignition, and implementing safe work practices.
• Using a virtual booth to provide a first-hand experience on maximizing spraying efficiency and minimizing overspray to reduce the amount of ignitables and toxic substances released into the air.
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