Safety checklist — Insulation / Lagging

Thermal insulation of pipes and equipment. Compliant with Québec's Construction Safety Code (CSTC) and CNESST standards.

Before work

8 items
  • PPE worn: gloves, respirator if fibers or asbestos, glasses, coverall

  • Asbestos survey verified if existing building (pre-1999)

  • SDS for insulation products reviewed

  • Asbestos management registry reviewed if applicable

  • Pipes de-energized / out of service before work if possible

  • Ventilation in place if working in confined area

  • Insulation fibers wetted to limit airborne particles

  • Insulation cutting with local exhaust if required

After work

3 items
  • Insulation waste bagged and labeled (asbestos if applicable)

  • Area cleaned — no dry sweeping if fibers

  • Disposable coverall disposed of if contaminated

+ 3 more checks

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