§ 15-24-710 — Portable electrostatic paint-spraying operations

15-24-710 Portable electrostatic paint-spraying operations.

Electrostatic handheld mobile paint-spraying and paint-deterring apparatus shall conform to the requirements of Chapter 15-24 for the provisions of paint spraying and to the specific requirements of the following: (a) Electrostatic apparatus and devices used in connection with paint-spraying and paint-deterring operations shall be only of the approved type. (b) Transformers, power packs, control apparatus and all other electrical portions of the equipment, with the exception of electrostatic atomizing spray gun and its connections, shall be located outside of the spraying areas or vapor areas, as defined in Section 15-24-550 or shall comply with the requirements of Section 14E-5-500 for Class II hazardous locations. (c) The handle of the spraying gun shall be grounded, by a metallic connection, in such a manner that the operator is grounded during the time the spray gun is operated. (d) All objects and devices within the spray area shall also be grounded and signs posted stating the object or device is grounded during the time the spray gun is operated. (e) Adequate ventilation shall be provided to eliminate an explosive atmosphere due to the presence of explosive vapor. (f) Signs, as required by Section 15-24-700(b) shall be posted in the area to prevent personnel from being harmed. (Prior code § 129.1-62.1; Amend Coun. J. 9-6-17, p. 55278, Art. II, § 56)