Method statement - paint stripping (using a heat gun)

If your workers use heat guns when paint stripping, there are various hazards to be managed including the potential for a fire to take hold. Use our method statement to lessen the risk.

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Our Method Statement – Paint Stripping (Using a Heat Gun) describes the safety arrangements you expect workers to implement on site to avoid damage and injury from the use of this equipment. It also covers the first aid procedure to be followed. Having a written method statement can help when you’re explaining to your team what you want done and how and when working for larger clients or principal contractors, as they may ask to see your method statement before you begin.

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You may want to include additional information. However, we suggest that you don’t remove any headings we’ve included. As it follows industry standards and covers all the necessary information.

When you’ve completed the form ask key staff and the workers involved in the job to sign the appropriate boxes on the second page. Your client or principal contractor can also sign to indicate approval to proceed.