Safety checklist — Cement applicator
Stucco, decorative concrete, shotcrete. Compliant with Québec's Construction Safety Code (CSTC) and CNESST standards.
Before work
11 items- ✓
PPE worn: hard hat, splash-proof glasses, alkali-resistant gloves, waterproof boots
- ✓
N95 respiratory protection if mixing dry cement or sandblastingCritical
ℹ️ Portland cement = crystalline silica — OEL 0.05 mg/m³ (CNESST)
- ✓
Chemical products (admixtures, accelerators) identified with WHMIS sheet
- ✓
Surfaces to treat clean, free of dust and oil
- ✓
Scaffolding or platform in place if applying at height
- ✓
Spray machine inspected — nozzles, hoses and compressor checked
- ✓
Avoid prolonged skin contact with wet cement — rinse immediately
ℹ️ Wet cement causes chemical burns (pH > 12)
- ✓
Wear face shield if spraying shotcrete
- ✓
Rebound zone marked during shotcrete — dangerous debris
- ✓
Maintain ventilation if applying indoors
- ✓
Check application thickness regularly
After work
4 items- ✓
Spray machine cleaned — hoses flushed before drying
- ✓
Cement residue collected — do not discharge to drains
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Hands and skin washed thoroughly — moisturizer applied
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Concrete/stucco curing ensured per spec (membrane, watering)
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Risks and prevention — Cement applicator
Shotcrete, stucco, and cementitious coatings expose workers to high concentrations of silica and cement dust. RSST sets strict exposure limits. A P100 respirator is often required in spray zones.
Lance recoil during spraying can cause serious injuries. Operators must receive specific training for the equipment used and have communication with the pump operator. Rebound zones must be barricaded to protect other workers.
Prolonged contact with wet cement causes alkali burns and dermatitis. Waterproof gloves and full-coverage clothing are essential to prevent skin lesions.
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