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Epoxy Flooring Resinous Coatings and Anti-Slip Risk Assessment

Epoxy Flooring Resinous Coatings and Anti-Slip Risk Assessment

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Epoxy Flooring Resinous Coatings and Anti-Slip Risk Assessment

Product Overview

Identify and control organisational risks associated with Epoxy Flooring Resinous Coatings and Anti-Slip systems using this management-level Risk Assessment, focused on planning, governance, product selection and ongoing performance. This document supports WHS Risk Management and Due Diligence under the WHS Act, helping protect your business from operational and legal liability.

Risk Categories & Hazards Covered

This document assesses risks and outlines management controls for:

  • WHS Governance, Duties and Consultation: Assessment of officer due diligence, PCBU responsibilities, consultation with workers and contractors, and integration of epoxy flooring risks into the broader WHS management system.
  • WHS Planning, Risk Management and Change Control: Management of risk assessment processes, change management for new products or methods, and formal review of epoxy and anti-slip installation programs.
  • Product Selection, Design and Specification of Coating Systems: Evaluation of resinous coating types, anti-slip systems, compatibility with substrates, and specification controls to ensure performance and compliance with design intent.
  • Hazardous Chemicals Management (Epoxies, Hardeners, Bonding Agents): Controls for procurement, storage, decanting, labelling, SDS access, and safe handling of epoxy resins, hardeners, primers and bonding agents.
  • Ventilation, Fume and Dust Control for Mixing and Application: Assessment of airborne contaminants, ventilation design, local exhaust systems, and controls for dusts generated during grinding and surface preparation.
  • Worker Competency, Licensing and Training Systems: Verification of competency, induction, task-specific training, and refresher programs for personnel involved in epoxy flooring installation and maintenance.
  • Contractor and Supplier Management: Protocols for pre-qualification, competency checks, WHS documentation review, and performance monitoring of contractors and material suppliers.
  • Planning of Work Environments, Access and Traffic Management: Management of site layout, segregation of pedestrian and vehicle movements, restricted areas, and staging of works to minimise disruption and exposure.
  • Substrate Preparation, Bonding Systems and Coating Integrity: Controls for surface preparation, moisture and contamination checks, bonding system selection, and inspection regimes to maintain coating integrity.
  • Slip Resistance, Surface Profiling and Long-Term Performance: Assessment of slip resistance requirements, aggregate selection, surface profiling, and periodic verification to maintain anti-slip performance over time.
  • Health Monitoring, PPE Management and Exposure Control: Systems for health surveillance where required, selection and maintenance of PPE, and monitoring of exposure to hazardous chemicals and dusts.
  • Emergency Preparedness, Spills and Incident Response: Planning for chemical spills, fire, medical events and floor failures, including emergency equipment, response procedures and post-incident review.
  • Environmental Management and Waste Handling: Management of wash water, leftover resins, contaminated rags, dust and packaging, including segregation, storage and disposal of hazardous wastes.
  • Asset, Plant and Equipment Management: Maintenance and inspection of mixing equipment, grinders, vacuums, ventilation systems and application tools to ensure safe and reliable operation.
  • Documentation, Records and Continuous Improvement: Systems for recording risk assessments, training, inspections, incidents and corrective actions, and using this data to drive continuous WHS and quality improvement.

Who is this for?

This Risk Assessment is designed for Business Owners, General Managers, Project Managers and Safety Professionals responsible for planning, approving and overseeing Epoxy Flooring Resinous Coatings and Anti-Slip works across their organisation or projects.

Hazards & Risks Covered

Hazard Risk Description
1. WHS Governance, Duties and Consultation
  • • Lack of clear allocation of WHS duties under WHS Act 2011 for epoxy flooring and anti-slip operations
  • • Boards and officers not exercising due diligence in relation to hazardous chemicals and resinous coatings
  • • Inadequate consultation with workers and health and safety representatives about changes to coatings, products or methods
  • • No structured process to review incidents, near misses and regulatory changes relevant to resinous flooring
  • • Contractual arrangements that obscure PCBUs’ overlapping duties on multi-PCBU sites
2. WHS Planning, Risk Management and Change Control
  • • No systematic risk assessment process for new epoxy resin, anti-slip coatings and bonding agents
  • • Failure to consider whole-of-life risks including mixing, application, curing and maintenance of coated surfaces
  • • Poor management of change when introducing new products, slip ratings or application methods
  • • Lack of project-specific WHS planning for complex areas (around plumbing fixtures, falls, penetrations, wet areas)
  • • Risk assessments focusing only on task steps (SWMS) rather than systemic and organisational failure modes
3. Product Selection, Design and Specification of Coating Systems
  • • Selection of epoxy and anti-slip systems with excessive VOCs, sensitising agents or hazardous additives
  • • Inadequate slip-resistance design for intended use, leading to slips on newly coated or non-slip surfaces
  • • Using incompatible bonding agents, primers or substrates causing coating failure, delamination or trip hazards
  • • Failure to consider hygiene, chemical resistance and cleaning requirements in wet or plumbing-intensive areas
  • • Supplier data sheets not reviewed, outdated or not aligned with Australian conditions and standards
4. Hazardous Chemicals Management (Epoxies, Hardeners, Bonding Agents)
  • • Inadequate hazardous chemicals register and labelling for epoxy resins, hardeners, bonding agents and solvents
  • • Lack of access to current SDS leading to misuse or poor emergency response
  • • Incompatible storage of flammable or reactive components (A and B packs, solvents, cleaning agents)
  • • Insufficient controls for sensitising agents causing dermatitis, respiratory sensitisation or asthma
  • • Poor decanting and mixing controls leading to spills, exothermic reactions or uncontrolled vapours
5. Ventilation, Fume and Dust Control for Mixing and Application
  • • Insufficient ventilation when mixing epoxies and bonding agents leading to inhalation of vapours
  • • Use of solvent-containing systems in enclosed or poorly ventilated spaces without atmospheric monitoring
  • • Generation of dusts during substrate preparation or application of anti-slip aggregates on non-slip surfaces
  • • Inadequate engineering controls for confined or semi-enclosed spaces (plant rooms, basements, bathrooms)
  • • Reliance on PPE instead of effective engineering controls for airborne contaminants
6. Worker Competency, Licensing and Training Systems
  • • Inadequate training on epoxy chemistry, exothermic reactions and pot life leading to unsafe practices
  • • Poor understanding of anti-slip performance requirements and slip-rating standards among supervisors and applicators
  • • Lack of competency in managing work around plumbing fixtures, floor wastes and wet areas
  • • Insufficient training in hazardous chemicals management, SDS interpretation and emergency response
  • • No formal verification of on-the-job competency for new workers or subcontractors
7. Contractor and Supplier Management
  • • Use of subcontract applicators without adequate WHS systems or chemical management procedures
  • • Suppliers providing products without sufficient technical support or local compliance evidence
  • • Inconsistent standards for non-slip performance, curing times and re-coating information across multiple suppliers
  • • Lack of oversight of contractor supervision, supervision ratios and language or literacy barriers
  • • Poor integration of subcontractor SWMS and risk assessments with principal contractor systems
8. Planning of Work Environments, Access and Traffic Management
  • • Poor segregation of work zones leading to public exposure to uncured epoxy or wet anti-slip coatings
  • • Inadequate control of pedestrian and vehicular movement around coated areas, ramps and stairs
  • • Insufficient planning for alternative access around bathrooms, kitchens or plant rooms under treatment
  • • Inadequate lighting or wayfinding around partially completed non-slip flooring surfaces
  • • Emergency egress routes obstructed or compromised by coating works and temporary barriers
9. Substrate Preparation, Bonding Systems and Coating Integrity
  • • Systemic failure to verify substrate condition and moisture levels before applying bonding agents and epoxy layers
  • • Use of incompatible preparation methods (grinding, shot blasting) without engineering controls for dust and noise
  • • Inadequate control of bonding agent coverage and cure leading to delamination, blistering or trip hazards
  • • Poor detailing around plumbing penetrations, drains and fixtures causing water ingress and microbial growth
  • • Lack of documented acceptance criteria for substrate profile, cleanliness and bond pull-off strength
10. Slip Resistance, Surface Profiling and Long-Term Performance
  • • Failure to achieve or maintain specified slip resistance on non-slip flooring surfaces, leading to slips, trips and falls
  • • Inconsistent application of anti-slip aggregates causing localised high or low friction zones
  • • No program to re-verify slip resistance after cleaning, maintenance or wear
  • • Cleaning and maintenance regimes that degrade anti-slip performance or gloss levels
  • • Lack of integration between design slip ratings and real-world contaminants such as oils, soaps or process fluids
11. Health Monitoring, PPE Management and Exposure Control
  • • Chronic exposure to epoxy components, solvents and bonding agents due to inadequate systemic controls
  • • Contact dermatitis or sensitisation from repeated skin contact with resins and hardeners
  • • Inconsistent PPE selection, fit and maintenance across different sites and crews
  • • Lack of health monitoring where required for specific hazardous components
  • • No process for managing health restrictions, allergies or previous sensitisation among workers
12. Emergency Preparedness, Spills and Incident Response
  • • Lack of site-specific emergency plans for chemical spills, exothermic reactions or fire involving epoxy and solvents
  • • Inadequate spill containment and clean-up systems for uncured resins and bonding agents
  • • Workers unaware of first aid measures for skin, eye and respiratory exposure to epoxy systems
  • • Insufficient planning for emergency evacuation from partially coated, slippery or obstructed areas
  • • Poor incident reporting and investigation processes resulting in repeat system failures
13. Environmental Management and Waste Handling
  • • Improper disposal of uncured epoxy, bonding agents and solvent waste causing environmental contamination
  • • Washing tools or equipment into stormwater or plumbing fixtures not designed for chemical waste
  • • Insufficient controls for airborne dusts and overspray affecting neighbouring properties or sensitive environments
  • • Non-compliance with waste tracking and manifest requirements for hazardous wastes
  • • Leaks from waste containers or intermediate storage areas at depots or work sites
14. Asset, Plant and Equipment Management
  • • Poor maintenance of mixers, pumps, spreaders and application equipment leading to mechanical failure or unsafe operation
  • • Use of incompatible or improvised tools for mixing epoxies, increasing risk of exothermic reaction or splashing
  • • Electrical safety risks where powered equipment is used in wet areas or around plumbing fixtures
  • • Inadequate inspection of ladders, platforms and mobile plant used to access coated floors and adjoining areas
  • • Lack of calibration and maintenance of testing equipment (e.g. moisture meters, slip testers, thermohygrometers)
15. Documentation, Records and Continuous Improvement
  • • Inadequate documentation of risk assessments, product selection and quality checks leading to repeat failures
  • • Loss of traceability for which products, batches and methods were used on particular projects
  • • Insufficient recording of curing times, environmental conditions and deviations from specified procedures
  • • Failure to review and update WHS procedures in response to incidents, audits or regulatory change
  • • Poor communication of lessons learnt across crews, regions or subcontractors

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Legislation & References

This document was researched and developed to align with:

  • Work Health and Safety Act 2011
  • Work Health and Safety Regulations 2017
  • Code of Practice: How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks: Guidance on systematic risk management processes.
  • Code of Practice: Managing Risks of Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace: Requirements for safe storage, handling and use of epoxy resins, hardeners and related chemicals.
  • Code of Practice: Managing the Work Environment and Facilities: Expectations for ventilation, amenities and safe access during coating works.
  • Code of Practice: Managing Noise and Preventing Hearing Loss at Work: Relevant where grinding and surface preparation generate hazardous noise.
  • AS/NZS ISO 31000:2018: Risk management — Guidelines.
  • AS/NZS 4801 / ISO 45001: Occupational health and safety management systems — Requirements for systematic WHS management.
  • AS 4586: Slip resistance classification of new pedestrian surface materials.
  • AS 4663: Slip resistance measurement of existing pedestrian surfaces.
  • AS/NZS 1715 & AS/NZS 1716: Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment.
  • AS/NZS 2161 series: Occupational protective gloves.
  • AS/NZS 1337 & AS/NZS 1338: Eye and face protectors for occupational applications.
Standard Risk Assessment Features (Click to Expand)
  • Comprehensive hazard identification for all activities
  • Risk rating matrix with likelihood and consequence analysis
  • Existing control measures evaluation
  • Residual risk assessment after controls
  • Hierarchy of controls recommendations
  • Action priority rankings
  • Review and monitoring requirements
  • Consultation and communication records
  • Legal compliance references
  • Sign-off and approval sections

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