Figure 2: Outdoor paint removal - text of image

Flowchart

Question 1: Is a mechanical removal method to be used?

Answer 1: No

1. Clear items from within 2 m of the affected area
2. Cover ground with plastic sheet for about 1 m around work area
3. Remove manually by scraping, chemical treatment or heat removal
4. Dispose of acumulated debris daily and on completion
5. ENDS

Answer 1: Yes

Question 2: Can the work area be contained to prevent drift of paint fragments and dust?

Answer 2: No

1. Use only a “wet” or heat gun removal method (or machine sanding with HEPA filter)
2. Cover ground around the work area as far as practicable with a plastic sheet
3. Seal door, window and ventilator openings of buildings (including neighbours) as necessary
4. Don protective clothing and equipment and proceed with removal work
5. Decontaminate area and treated surface daily during removal work
6. Decontaminate area and treated surface on completion by HEPA vacuuming/wet-wipe
7. ENDS

Answer 2: Yes

1. Use “dry” removal method
2. Contain the work area using tenting or sheeting and ground sheet
3. Seal door, window and ventilator openings of buildings (including neighbours) as necessary
4. Don protective clothing and equipment and proceed with removal work
5. Decontaminate area and treated surface daily during removal work
6. Decontaminate area and treated surface on completion by HEPA vacuuming/wet-wipe
7. ENDS

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