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Painting & Decorating RAMS Template
Comprehensive RAMS for painting and decorating projects. Covers COSHH, working at height, and surface preparation.
7 hazards covered
6 control measures
~5 min to complete
1,567 downloads
What this template is for
Painting and decorating involves chemical exposure, working at height, and surface preparation hazards. This RAMS template addresses all aspects of decorator safety.
Hazards covered
This template includes 7 pre-identified hazards specific to painting & decorating work:
Chemical exposure (paints, solvents)
Working at height
Dust from preparation
Slips on dustsheets
Manual handling of materials
Lead paint (older properties)
Eye injuries from splashes
Control measures
Industry-standard control measures to mitigate identified risks:
COSHH assessments for all products
Adequate ventilation
Safe access equipment
Dust control for preparation
Lead paint testing protocol
Correct PPE for products used
PPE requirements
Safety glassesRespirator (solvent-based products)Work glovesOveralls
Who uses this template
Sole traders
Working on domestic or commercial jobs
Subcontractors
Providing RAMS to main contractors
Small firms
Managing multiple job sites
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