Safety checklist — Drywall taper / Finisher
Drywall taping, joint compound and sanding. Compliant with Québec's Construction Safety Code (CSTC) and CNESST standards.
Before work
9 items- ✓
PPE worn: safety glasses, N95 dust mask (sanding), gloves
- ✓
Drywall surfaces inspected — screws set, joints aligned
- ✓
Joint compound, tape and tools ready (knives, bazooka, sander)
- ✓
Scaffold or stilts inspected if working at height
ℹ️ Stilts: training required, max 76 cm, stable level floor
- ✓
Ventilation ensured if using quick-set compound
- ✓
Sanding dust controlled — sander with vacuum or wet sandingCritical
ℹ️ Compound dust contains talc and sometimes silica — OEL must be met
- ✓
Respiratory protection worn AT ALL TIMES during sanding
- ✓
Each coat dried before applying the next
- ✓
Raking light used to spot imperfections
After work
3 items- ✓
Dust cleaned up — vacuum, no dry sweeping
- ✓
Surface ready for primer and paint — no knife marks
- ✓
Tools cleaned — compound removed before drying
More checklists — Finishing & Cladding
More safety checklists
Risks and prevention — Drywall taping and finishing
Drywall taping and sanding produce significant fine dust that may contain talc, silica, and other irritant particles. RSST requires local ventilation or at minimum an N95 mask during mechanical sanding.
Work at height on stilts or rolling scaffolds increases fall risk. Stilts are only permitted under CSTC conditions on flat, clear surfaces. Prolonged dust exposure can cause chronic respiratory issues.
Scan to access OK Sécurité
Open the app directly on your phone to complete your safety checklists on-site.
ok-securite.com