CSLB C-33 Painting & DecoratingSafetyEasy
A painting contractor is using a high-pressure airless spray rig for a large commercial project. What is the minimum required personal protective equipment (PPE) for eye protection when operating this equipment?
- ARegular prescription eyeglasses
- BFace shield in combination with safety glasses or goggles
- CSafety glasses with side shields
- DImpact-resistant safety goggles
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. Face shield in combination with safety glasses or goggles
High-pressure airless sprayers can generate fine mists and propel paint particles at high speeds, posing a significant risk of eye and face injury. A face shield provides broad coverage against splashes and impacts, while safety glasses or goggles offer primary eye protection beneath the shield.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Regular eyeglasses do not offer adequate impact or splash protection and are not considered appropriate PPE for this task.
- C. Safety glasses alone do not provide adequate protection against fine mists and potential ricochet from high-pressure spraying.
- D. While impact-resistant goggles offer better protection than glasses, they may not cover the entire face from splashes and airborne particles generated by airless sprayers.
Airless Spray PPE
Personal protective equipment specifically designed to protect against the high-pressure spray and airborne particles generated by airless paint sprayers.
- High pressure poses severe injection injury risk.
- Fine mist requires comprehensive respiratory protection.
- Eye and face protection must guard against impact and splash.
Memory trick: Airless spray demands full face guard, no compromises.