Painters Safety Training Resources | Atlantic Training Blog

Painting is one of the most important aspects to the aesthetic beauty of a property. A fresh coat of paint can completely transform an old, run-down house into a beautiful and inviting home. Below, you’ll find a list of training topics that are required for most Painters.

OSHA Required Training

Lead OSHA Regulation: 1910.1025(l)

When OSHA Requires Lead Training:

Any employee that may be subject to lead at or above the ‘action level’. See full OSHA regulation for more details.

Training Frequency

Annually.

Downloadable Lead Training Resources (free):

Lead Poisoning Powerpoint
Lead Poster
Printable Wallet-Sized Compliance
Handout

Lead Training Videos (paid):

Lead Exposure in General Industry by Atlantic Training
Lead Exposure in Construction Environments by Atlantic Training
Lead Safety Awareness: Uncovering the Dangers by Summit Training

Asbestos OSHA Regulation: 1910.1001(j)(7)

When OSHA Requires Asbestos Training:

Employees that are exposed to airborne concentrations of asbestos at or above the PEL limit shall be trained. See full OSHA regulation for more details.

Training Frequency

Annually.

Downloadable Asbestos Training Resources (free):

Asbestos Awareness Powerpoint
Asbestos Poster
Printable Wallet-Sized Compliance
Handout

Asbestos Training Videos (paid):

Asbestos Training by Atlantic Training
Asbestos Awareness Are You At Risk by Coastal Training
Asbestos Awareness by Convergence

Scaffolding OSHA Regulation: 1926.454

When OSHA Requires Scaffolding Training:

Required for employees that are required to work while on a scaffold. See full OSHA regulation for more details.

Training Frequency

When there is a change or when the employee is observed being unsafe.

Downloadable Scaffolding Resources (free):

Scaffolding Powerpoint
Scaffolding Safety Poster
Printable Wallet-Sized Compliance
Handout

Scaffolding Training Videos (paid):

Suspended Scaffolding Safety in Construction Environments by Atlantic Training
Supported Scaffolding Safety in Construction Environments by Atlantic Training
Supported Scaffolding Safety by Atlantic Training

Fall Protection OSHA Regulation: 1926.503(a)

When OSHA Requires Fall Protection Training:

Required for each employee that may be exposed to fall hazards. See full OSHA regulation for more details.

Training Frequency

When there is a change in the workplace or the employer has reason to believe that a trained employee does not have the understanding and skill necessary to perform the job safely.

Downloadable Fall Protection Training Resources (free):

Fall Protection Powerpoint
Fall Protection Poster
Printable Wallet-Sized Compliance
Handout

Fall Protection Training Videos (paid):

Fall Protection by Atlantic Training
Fall Protection: Prevent Falling with PPE by Atlantic Training
Fall Protection The Right Connection by Coastal Training

Ladder / Stairway OSHA Regulation: 1926.1060

When OSHA Requires Ladder / Stairway Training:

Employees that are required to use ladders or stairways should be trained on the hazards associated with their usage. See full OSHA regulation for more details.

Training Frequency

Provide retraining so that the employee maintains the understanding and knowledge acquired from the training.

Downloadable Ladder / Stairway Training Resources (free):

Ladder Safety Powerpoint
Ladder Safety Poster
Printable Wallet-Sized Compliance
Handout

Ladder Safety Training Videos (paid):

Ladder Safety by Atlantic Training
Ladder Safety in Construction by Atlantic Training
Stairways & Ladders by Coastal Training

Personal Protective and Respiratory Equipment OSHA Regulation: 1910.132(f)

When OSHA Requires Personal Protective and Respiratory Equipment Training:

When an employee is required to wear PPE, they must be trained on its usage. See full OSHA regulation for more details.

Training Frequency

Retraining required when the type of PPE changes, employee demonstrates inability to use PPE properly, or when the workplace changes in a way that renders previous training obsolete.