This course describes safety and health issues arising when workers are engaged in coating, painting, and surface preparation operations.
This course describes safety and health issues arising when workers are engaged in coating, painting, and surface preparation operations. The knowledge contained in this course is essential to anyone responsible for worker safety during renovation and maintenance projects involving coating and painting.
Topics: Hazardous materials handling Abrasive blast-cleaning equipment Spray equipment Welding and cutting of coated steel Respiratory protection for toxic chemical control Confined space entry Storage of flammable liquids, work in confined spaces Toxic effects from exposure to chemicals in coating materials Ignition sources such as welding Production of toxic airborne contaminants through cutting operations
Intended audience: primarily for civil, construction, structural, nuclear, and mechanical engineers.
Publication Source: US Corp of Engineers
Civil Engneering faculty member for 27 years
Dr. Rossow is a graduate of the University of Michigan with B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois. He taught civil engineering for over 35 years, including six years at Washington University in St. Louis and 29 years at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, where he was the Chair of the Civil Engineering Department for ten years. His areas of expertise are in civil engineering and mechanics. He has consulted for various organizations, including government agencies and an international offshore drilling company. He has published numerous technical journal articles and technical reports for a variety of governmental agencies and private sector organizations. Mark P. Rossow, PE, PhD Licensed Professional Engineer in State of Illinois License No. 062.040560 Dr. Rossow is a graduate of the University of Michigan with B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. He taught civil engineering for over 35 years, including six years at Washington University in St. Louis and 29 years at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, where he was the Chair of the Civil Engineering Department for ten years. His areas of expertise are in civil engineering and mechanics. He has consulted for various organizations, including government agencies and an international offshore drilling company. He has published many journal articles and technical reports.
