While commercial painting isn't in the same league as firefighting and policing in terms of dangerous jobs, it does carry some risks that need to be taken seriously. Commercial painting jobs are usually much more demanding than painting your living room at home. Not only is hiring a commercial painting contractor the way to get the best results, but it's also the safest choice.
The demands of a commercial painting project can vary widely, and they depend on the size and condition of the area that needs painting, the type of paint you want, and the finish you want. Risks can also vary between interior and exterior painting.
The first risk a professional painting contractor considers is any exposure to hazardous products. A commercial painting site can be full of them. The most obvious is the paint itself, which contains ingredients that are noxious if inhaled and can cause throat irritation, headaches and even breathing problems. A commercial painting contractor knows how to minimize their exposure to paint fumes, such as through the use of masks and taking breaks away from the fumes.
If your project involves a building built before the 1970s, it will likely be covered in lead paint, which is extremely dangerous and can even cause death. It would be unsafe to try and remove or paint over this yourself. Let a professional painting contractor do the job for you, safely.
It's easy to forget how physically demanding painting can be. Commercial painting contractors can be on their feet for hours at a time and will usually have to lift a lot of heavy paint, boxes, and equipment. Without taking proper precautions, the work can cause fatigue, aches, and pains, if not serious injury.
Our professional painters are trained and experienced, so they know how to lift safely and how to protect themselves from injury.
Since commercial painting jobs vary so much; a commercial painting contractor will have the experience and training to be able to work safely and efficiently in almost any environment. Perhaps more important than this is their ability to recognize when an environment is unsafe to start painting in and what steps need to be taken before painting can safely commence.
Painting environments are often cramped and cluttered, and they can be busy with other tradesmen if you have multiple commercial contractors working at the same time. It's easy in these environments to trip and fall over equipment or slip on wet paint.
Some commercial painting projects will also require working at height, using ladders, scaffolding, and platforms. These jobs carry a heightened risk of falls, and it's important to hire a professional painting contractor that knows how to keep themselves and others safe.
With generations of painting experience, PAINTech is an extremely competent commercial painting contractor. From us, you can expect a high-quality paint job completed to the highest health and safety standards with clear communications the whole way. If you’re in the Greater Philadelphia and Main Line area, Maryland, Delaware, and Northern Virginia areas, contact us today!
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