ARTICLE XXIII
Sandblasting of Paint
A Building permit shall be required for any type of abrasive blasting in the Town of Dighton. The fee shall be $15.00.
Regulation A. If proof is presented by the applicant of said permit that the particular structure or project does not contain a lead base paint, the following regulations will be followed.
A-1. Abrasive blasting shall never be done when winds exceed 20 mph.
A-2. Respirators shall always be worn when removing paint.
A-3. Thorough cleanup shall occur each day, using an industrial vacuum cleaner.
A-4. Shrouds shall be used to protect neighbors’ yards, swimming pools, etc.
A-5. All windows and doors shall be thoroughly sealed.
Regulation B. If the project contains a lead base paint, the equipment used by said applicant shall be inspected and approved by the Building Inspector. Said unit or equipment shall have the ability to reclaim spent abrasent, dust and debris from the blast area immediately.
B-1. Abrasive blasting shall never be done when winds exceed 20 mph.
B-2. All windows and doors shall be thoroughly sealed.
B-3. All reclaimed debris (paint) shall be shipped to a hazardous waste site (proof of such action shall be required).
B-4. Respirators shall always be worn when removing paint.
B-5. Shrouds shall be used to protect neighbors’ yards, swimming pools, etc.
(STM 01/18/84)
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