The chance of exposure to dangerous substances is high when blasting existing coatings. Decontamination allows the worker to remove contaminated clothing and wash thoroughly before leaving the site. This reduces the chance of a worker carrying home toxic dust. Decontamination is also crucial before meal breaks.

Decontamination Process

Workers shower and change clothes when leaving the containment area on a hazardous site. The Worker enters the decontamination trailer where they remove all potentially contaminated clothing (shoes, jackets, pants, etc.). Contaminated clothing is collected for disposal. The worker then continues into the wash-down area. Finally, they will enter the locker room where they can put on clean clothes and exit the trailer.