Health and Safety Documents for Plasterers

Plastering involves regular exposure to plaster dust and hydrated lime - both of which fall under COSHH regulations. Hydrated lime (calcium hydroxide) is an alkaline substance that causes skin and eye irritation with contact and can cause serious burns if wet plaster remains in contact with skin for extended periods. Plaster dust presents inhalation risks in enclosed spaces. || Working at height on hop-ups, trestles, and stilts is a regular part of plastering work and creates obligations under the Work at Height Regulations 2005. Manual handling of heavy bags of plaster and mixing equipment creates significant musculoskeletal risks - plaster bags commonly weigh 25kg or more. || A COSHH assessment for plaster and lime products, a risk assessment covering height work, heavy bag handling, and client property working, a health and safety policy, and fire safety documentation are all required.

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