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\[PRE TASK PLAN TITLE] ======================

Project: \[PROJECT NAME]

Date: 2025-08-27

Location: \[LOCATION]

Supervisor: \[SUPERVISOR NAME]

Task Overview

This pre-task plan outlines the safety guidelines for the application of spray-applied fireproofing materials, including application procedures, hazard identification, control measures, and regulatory compliance.

Expected Duration: 4-6 hours

Number of Workers: 2-3

Required PPE and Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment

  • Hard Hat: Provides head protection against falling objects and impacts. Must meet ANSI Z89\.1 standards.
  • Safety Glasses/Goggles: Protects eyes from dust, debris, and chemical splashes. Select appropriate lens shade for the work environment.
  • Respirator (Half or Full-Face): Provides respiratory protection against dust, fumes, and vapors. Select the appropriate filter for the specific hazards.
    • Ensure proper fit testing has been completed.
  • Chemical-Resistant Gloves: Protects hands from chemical exposure and abrasion. Select gloves appropriate for the materials being handled (e.g., nitrile, neoprene).
  • Protective Coveralls: Protects skin from chemical exposure. Coveralls should be made of a material resistant to the fireproofing material being applied.
  • Safety Boots: Provides foot protection against impacts, punctures, and chemical exposure. Must meet ASTM F2413 standards.

Tools and Equipment

  • Material Mixer: Used for mixing fireproofing materials according to manufacturer's instructions. Ensure mixer is properly grounded.
    • Inspect for damaged cords or parts before use.
  • Spray Equipment: Used to apply fireproofing material to surfaces. Ensure proper nozzle size and pressure settings.
    • Regularly inspect hoses and connections for leaks.
  • Thickness Gauge: Used to measure the thickness of applied fireproofing material. Ensure gauge is calibrated.
  • Scaffolding or Aerial Lift: Used for reaching high areas. Inspect before use.
    • Ensure proper setup and stability.

Hazard Analysis

Identified Hazards

HazardRisk LevelPotential Consequences
Inhalation of dust and fibers during mixing and application. [1]HighRespiratory irritation, silicosis, pneumoconiosis, and other lung diseases.
Skin and eye contact with fireproofing materials.MediumIrritation, dermatitis, and allergic reactions.
Slips, trips, and falls due to wet or uneven surfaces.MediumInjuries ranging from minor sprains to fractures.
Equipment malfunction (mixer, sprayer).MediumMaterial splatter, electrical shock, or mechanical injury.
Exposure to chemicals such as Diethanolamine, Formaledhyde, and Ethylene glycol. [2]HighCancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm.

Control Measures

  • Ensure proper fit testing and respirator maintenance.: Use appropriate respiratory protection (e.g., N95 or P100 respirator) during mixing and application. [5]
  • Ensure proper selection of glove material and eye protection based on SDS recommendations.: Wear chemical-resistant gloves and protective clothing to prevent skin contact. Use safety glasses or goggles to prevent eye contact. [5]
  • Regularly clean up spills and ensure adequate lighting.: Maintain a clean and dry work area. Use slip-resistant footwear. [4]
  • Remove damaged equipment from service.: Inspect equipment before each use. Follow manufacturer's instructions for operation and maintenance. [3]
  • Use local exhaust ventilation or increase general ventilation to minimize exposure.: Ensure adequate ventilation in the work area. [5]

Emergency Procedures

Emergency Contact Information

  • Site Emergency: 911
  • First Aid: As per site protocol
  • Supervisor: \[To be filled in by user]

Emergency Response Steps

  1. Immediately stop work and evacuate the area if a major spill or release occurs.
  2. Flush affected eyes or skin with water for at least 15 minutes if contact occurs.
  3. Seek medical attention for any significant injuries or exposures.
  4. Report all incidents to the supervisor and safety department.

Evacuation Routes

Primary Route: \[To be filled in by user] Secondary Route: \[To be filled in by user]

\[To be filled in by user]

Required Permits and Certifications

  • Hot Work Permit (if applicable)
  • Confined Space Entry Permit (if applicable)
  • Scaffolding Inspection Checklist
  • Operator certification for aerial lifts

Additional Safety Considerations

  • Ensure all workers are trained on the hazards of spray-applied fireproofing and the proper use of PPE.
  • Conduct regular toolbox talks to reinforce safety procedures.
  • Maintain a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for all materials on site and ensure they are readily accessible. [1]
  • Dispose of waste materials properly in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations. [1]

Pre-Task Plan Verification

By signing below, you acknowledge that you have reviewed and understand this pre-task safety plan:

Supervisor: _________________________ Date: __________

Safety Representative: _________________________ Date: __________

Workers:

  1. Name: _________________________ Signature: _________________________ Date: __________
  2. Name: _________________________ Signature: _________________________ Date: __________
  3. Name: _________________________ Signature: _________________________ Date: __________

This pre-task plan must be reviewed and updated if conditions or scope of work changes.

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[1] USG - Sheetrock Brand Firecode Smoke-Sound Sealant

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# SAFETY DATA SHEET (cont.) ## Information on toxicological effects (cont.) <table><tr><th>Components</th><th>Species Test Results</th></tr><tr><td>Oral</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>LD50</td><td>Rat [redacted postal code] mg/kg</td></tr><tr><td>Skin corrosion/irritation</td><td>Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause drying, cracking, or irritation.</td></tr><tr><td>Serious eye damage/eye irritation</td><td>Direct contact with eyes may cause temporary irritation.</td></tr><tr><td>Respiratory or skin sensitization</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Respiratory sensitization</td><td>Not a respiratory sensitizer.</td></tr><tr><td>Skin sensitization</td><td>The product contains a small amount of sensitizing substance which may provoke an allergic reaction among sensitive individuals after repeated contact. For detailed information, see section 16.</td></tr><tr><td>Germ cell mutagenicity</td><td>Data does not suggest that this product or any components present at greater than 0.1% are mutagenic or genotoxic.</td></tr><tr><td>Carcinogenicity</td><td>This product is not considered to be a carcinogen by IARC, ACGIH, NTP, or OSHA.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2">IARC Monographs. Overall Evaluation of Carcinogenicity</td></tr><tr><td>Iron oxide (CAS 1309-37-1) NTP Report on Carcinogens</td><td>3 Not classifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans.</td></tr><tr><td>Not listed.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>OSHA Specifically Regulated</td><td>Substances (29 CFR 1910.1001-1053)</td></tr><tr><td>Not regulated.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Reproductive toxicity</td><td>This product is not expected to cause reproductive or developmental effects.</td></tr><tr><td>Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure</td><td>No data available, but none expected.</td></tr><tr><td>Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure</td><td>No data available, but none expected.</td></tr><tr><td>Aspiration hazard</td><td>Not an aspiration hazard.</td></tr><tr><td>Chronic effects</td><td>Prolonged exposure may c…

[2] 3M™ Fire Block Sealant FB 136

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# 3M Fire Block Sealant FB 136 04/27/22 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - single exposure <table><tr><th>Name</th><th>Route</th><th>Target Organ(s)</th><th>Value</th><th>Species</th><th>Test Result</th><th>Exposure Duration</th></tr><tr><td>Sodium Silicate</td><td>Inhalation</td><td>respiratory irritation</td><td>May cause respiratory irritation</td><td>official classifica tion</td><td>NOAEL Not available</td><td></td></tr></table> Specific Target Organ Toxicity - repeated exposure <table><tr><th>Name</th><th>Route</th><th>Target Organ(s)</th><th>Value</th><th>Species</th><th>Test Result</th><th>Exposure Duration</th></tr><tr><td>Kaolin</td><td>Inhalation</td><td>pneumoconiosis</td><td>Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure</td><td>Human</td><td>NOAEL NA</td><td>occupational exposure</td></tr><tr><td>Kaolin</td><td>Inhalation</td><td>pulmonary fibrosis</td><td>Not classified</td><td>Rat</td><td>NOAEL Not available</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Sodium Silicate</td><td>Ingestion</td><td>kidney and/or bladder</td><td>Some positive data exist, but the data are not sufficient for classification</td><td>Dog</td><td>LOAEL 2,400 mg/kg/day</td><td>4 weeks</td></tr><tr><td>Sodium Silicate</td><td>Ingestion</td><td>endocrine system blood</td><td>Not classified</td><td>Rat</td><td>NOAEL 804 mg/kg/day</td><td>3 months</td></tr><tr><td>Sodium Silicate</td><td>Ingestion</td><td>heart liver</td><td>Not classified</td><td>Rat</td><td>NOAEL 1,259 mg/kg/day</td><td>8 weeks</td></tr><tr><td>Titanium Dioxide</td><td>Inhalation</td><td>respiratory system</td><td>Some positive data exist, but the data are not sufficient for classification</td><td>Rat</td><td>LOAEL 0.01 mg/l</td><td>2 years</td></tr><tr><td>Titanium Dioxide</td><td>Inhalation</td><td>pulmonary fibrosis</td><td>Not classified</td><td>Human</td><td>NOAEL Not available</td><td>occupational exposure</td></tr><tr><td>Quartz Silica</td><td>Inhalation</td><td>silicosis</td><td>Causes damage to organs throug…

[3] USG - Sheetrock Brand Mold Tough AR Firecode X Panels

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# SAFETY DATA SHEET (cont.) ## 9. Physical and chemical properties (cont.) <table><tr><th>Vapor pressure</th><th>Not applicable.</th></tr><tr><td>Vapor density</td><td>Not applicable.</td></tr><tr><td>Relative density</td><td>2.32 (Gypsum) (H20=1)</td></tr><tr><td>Solubility(ies)</td><td>0.26 g/100 g (H2O)</td></tr><tr><td>Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water)</td><td>Not applicable.</td></tr><tr><td>Auto-ignition temperature</td><td>Not applicable.</td></tr><tr><td>Decomposition temperature</td><td>2642 °F (1450 °C)</td></tr><tr><td>Viscosity</td><td>Not applicable.</td></tr><tr><td>Other information</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Bulk density</td><td>52 lb/ft3</td></tr><tr><td>Particle size</td><td>Varies.</td></tr><tr><td>VOC (Weight %)</td><td>0%</td></tr></table> ## 10. Stability and reactivity <table><tr><th>Reactivity</th><th>The product is stable and non reactive under normal conditions of use, storage and transport.</th></tr><tr><td>Chemical stability</td><td>Material is stable under normal conditions.</td></tr><tr><td>Possibility of hazardous reactions</td><td>Hazardous polymerization does not occur.</td></tr><tr><td>Conditions to avoid</td><td>Contact with incompatible materials.</td></tr><tr><td>Incompatible materials</td><td>Strong oxidizing agents. Strong acids.</td></tr><tr><td>Hazardous decomposition products</td><td>Calcium oxides, carbon dioxide, and carbon monoxide.</td></tr></table> ## 11. Toxicological information Information on likely routes of exposure <table><tr><th>Ingestion</th><th>Not likely, due to the form of the product.</th></tr><tr><td>Inhalation</td><td>Mechanical processing may generate dust. Gypsum dust has an irritant action on mucous membranes of the upper respiratory tract and eyes (1).</td></tr><tr><td>Skin contact</td><td>Under normal conditions of intended use, this material does not pose a skin hazard. Gypsum was not found to be a skin irritant (2).</td></tr><tr><td>Eye contact</td><td>Mechanical processing may generate …

[4] Benjamin Moore - Regal Select Exterior High-Build Soft Gloss Finish Base 4

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# N4034X - REGAL SELECT EXTERIOR HIGH-BUILD SOFT GLOSS FINISH BASE 4 Revision Date: 30-Apr-2024 <table><tr><th>Engineering Measures</th><th>Ensure adequate</th><th>ventilation, especially in confined areas.</th></tr><tr><td colspan="3">Personal Protective Equipment</td></tr><tr><td>Eye/Face Protection Skin Protection Respiratory Protection</td><td>Safety glasses with Protective gloves and Use only with adequate exceeded, use a NIOSH technically qualified product or applying in for paint spray or organic</td><td>side-shields. impervious clothing. ventilation. In operations where exposure limits are approved respirator that has been selected by a person for the specific work conditions. When spraying the confined areas, wear a NIOSH approved respirator specified vapors.</td></tr><tr><td>Hygiene Measures</td><td>Avoid contact with skin, clothing before re-use.</td><td>eyes and clothing. Remove and wash contaminated Wash thoroughly after handling.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="3">9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES</td></tr><tr><td>Appearance</td><td></td><td>liquid</td></tr><tr><td>Odor</td><td></td><td>little or no odor</td></tr><tr><td>Odor Threshold</td><td></td><td>No information available</td></tr><tr><td>Density (lbs./gal)</td><td></td><td>8.7 9.1</td></tr><tr><td>Specific Gravity</td><td></td><td>1.04 1.09</td></tr><tr><td>pH</td><td></td><td>No information available</td></tr><tr><td>Viscosity (cps)</td><td></td><td>No information available</td></tr><tr><td>Solubility(ies)</td><td></td><td>No information available</td></tr><tr><td>Water solubility</td><td></td><td>No information available</td></tr><tr><td>Evaporation Rate</td><td></td><td>No information available</td></tr><tr><td>Vapor pressure @20 °C (kPa)</td><td></td><td>No information available</td></tr><tr><td>Relative vapor density</td><td></td><td>No information available</td></tr><tr><td>Wt. % Solids</td><td></td><td>35 45</td></tr><tr><td>Vol. % Solids</td><td></td><td>30 40</td></tr><tr><td>Wt. % Volatil…

[5] Henry HFO Closed Cell Foam

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# 12. Ecological Information: (cont.) ## DOT Regulated Components: (cont.) Agency Proper Shipping Name None UN Number Packing Group Hazard Class # 15. Regulatory Information: OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD: This material is classified as hazardous in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200. SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories: Acute health hazard, chronic health hazard. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals listed below, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Diethanolamine 111-42-2 < 1 PPM CARC Formaledhyde 50-00-0 < 1 PPM CARC Ethylene glycol 107-21-1 1 to 5 % DEVELOPMENTAL Massachusetts Right To Know List: Ethylene glycol 107-21-1 1 to 5% 2-Butoxyethanol 111-76-2 1 to 5% New Jersey Right To Know List: Ethylene glycol 107-21-1 1 to 5% 2-Butoxyethanol 111-76-2 1 to 5% (E)-1-Chloro-3,3,3-trifluoroprop-1-ene 102687-65-0 5 to 10 % Pennsylvania Right To Know List: Triethylene glycol 112-27-6 1 to 5% Ethylene glycol 107-21-1 1 to 5% 2-Butoxyethanol 111-76-2 1 to 5% Diethylene glycol 111-46-6 1 to 5 % (E)-1-Chloro-3,3,3-trifluoroprop-1-ene 102687-65-0 5 to 10 % ## SARA 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: - None ## Chemicals subject to SARA 313 Reporting: Ethylene glycol 107-21-1 1 to 5% Emissions 2-Butoxyethanol 111-76-2 1 to 5 % Emissions <table><tr><th>Country</th><th>Regulation</th><th>All Components Listed</th></tr><tr><td>Canada</td><td>Canada DSL</td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td>US</td><td>Toxic Substances Control Act</td><td>Yes</td></tr></table> ## 16. Other Information: Safety Data Sheet issued by Product Safety Department SDS for: Henry HFO Closed Cell Spray Foam Page 7 of 8 Printed: 3/15/2022 at 11:11:40AM

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