This Spray Booth & Finishing Operations SOP (Safe Operating Procedure) sets out how to carry out spray finishing safely inside an enclosed, mechanically ventilated spray booth using HVLP, conventional or electrostatic spray guns. It covers checking extraction and filters, controlling solvent vapour and ignition sources, spray technique, isocyanate coatings and respirators, curing and drying, and disposing of solvent-soaked rags and filters safely. It's written by WHS specialists, aligned to Australian WHS legislation, and fully editable in Microsoft Word.
Who it's for
Joinery and cabinet making workshops
Automotive smash repair and paint shops
Furniture finishing and restoration businesses
Product and metal finishing manufacturers
Powder and wet coating businesses with spray booths
Use it to
Train and induct workers in exactly how you expect the task to be done
Keep a clear reference at the machine, in the vehicle or on site
Record competency with the built-in sign-off
Show clients, insurers and auditors your safe work methods are written down
What this SOP covers
Inhaling solvent vapour, paint mist and isocyanate hardeners
Fire or explosion from vapour build-up when extraction fails
Ignition from unrated electrics, static, sparks or naked flame
Spontaneous combustion of solvent-soaked rags and filters
Skin and eye contact with paints, thinners and hardeners
Blocked or saturated filters reducing extraction
Noise from extraction fans and spray equipment
Slips on paint or solvent residue on the booth floor
Manual handling of panels and workpieces
Electric shock from damaged or unrated booth lighting
What's included
9 pre-operational checks, from training and extraction airflow to filters, interlocks, the SDS, ignition sources and waste containers
A 10-step operating procedure covering workpiece position, body position in the airflow, spray pressure and technique, isocyanates and ignition control
Isolation and energy control for the extraction fan, lighting and electrical components, and never bypassing booth extraction
8 shutdown, housekeeping and post-operation steps
Emergency actions for extraction failure, fires in or near the booth and chemical splashes to skin or eyes
PPE checklist and a list of related documents
Competency acknowledgement and worker sign-off
Space for your logo, SOP number, version and review dates
Why use this template
Saves hours compared with writing an SOP from a blank page
Written as clear, numbered steps that workers can follow on the job
Fully editable, so you can match it to your equipment, site and how your team works
The competency sign-off gives you a training record from day one
How it works
Buy online and download straight away. You'll also get an email with your link.
Add your logo, company name, SOP number and dates.
Check it suits your equipment and site, and edit anything you need to.
Train your workers and have them sign the competency acknowledgement.
Need more than one SOP?
This SOP is also included in the Ultimate Joinery & Cabinet Making SOP Bundle and Ultimate Painting SOP Bundle. Each bundle is $197, which works out much cheaper than buying SOPs one at a time.
Common questions
Does it cover airless spraying on site?
No. Handheld airless spray units used for open or site-based painting are covered by the Airless Spray Unit Setup and Operation SOP. This one covers spraying inside an enclosed booth.
Does it cover two-pack isocyanate coatings?
Yes. Where two-pack isocyanate or polyurethane coatings are used, the SOP requires an air-supplied respirator and full protective equipment.
What happens if the extraction fan stops?
Spraying stops straight away and the worker leaves the booth. They don't restart spraying or the fan themselves.
Can I change it?
Yes. It's a Microsoft Word file, so you can add, remove or change any step, check or hazard, and add your own logo and details.
Does it suit my state?
Yes. It's written to the model WHS laws and suits all states and territories, including Victoria under the OHS Act and Regulations.
What if it doesn't suit my work?
You're covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee if it isn't fit for purpose.
