Whilst we've been working with a Principal Contractor, we identified the painting of roof steels on a construction site as a potential occupational health risk. Investigation into the materials being used showed that a lead based primer had been stipulated by the designers to be used for this task.
Having spoken to the designers to identify the specification requirements for this primer, we then consulted with the suppliers of the paint to find any healthier alternative which will have the same specifications. The outcome ultimately was that three alternative non-lead based primers were sourced, resulting in no exposure to lead and lower exposure to hazardous substances.
A good example of how to eliminate exposure at the front end, rather than using PPE to protect the workers.
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