Preparing and protecting surrounding areas

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presentationPreparing and protecting surrounding areas
Unit 118: Applying paint systems by brush and
roller to non-complex areas

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Why do we prepare and protect work areas?
• To keep work areas free from contamination
• To protect from damage
• To follow health and safety regulations
• To protect from weather/climate
What other factors do we need to consider?

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Types of work
Commercial
• Offices
• Schools and colleges
• Factories
• Hospitals
Domestic
• Houses
• Bungalows
• Apartments
• Flats

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What items do we need to protect
In an office? In a house?

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Protective sheeting
• Dust sheets – lightweight, protective backing, heavy duty
• Drop sheets
• Polythene
• Tarpaulin
What other materials could a decorator use for protection?
Image courtesy of Draper Tools

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Masking tape
• Exterior
• Interior
• Low tack
• Seven day

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Any questions?