This work activity involves maintaining and removing old insulation, installing, applying and spraying insulation onto structural members, walls, ceilings and thermal controlled areas, ducts, process piping and commercial piping systems, vessels and boilers, and applying fire stop products and weather and vapor barriers. This database includes an analysis of the hazards associated with these tasks, as well as practical measures for making such work safer.

• Access piping in trenches and confined spaces
• Attach insulation with tape, staples, glue, wire and bands
• Blow and place insulation
• Inspect and use mechanical lifts
• Inspect and use scaffolds and ladders
• Install and apply fire stop products
• Maintain and remove old insulation including asbestos
• Place finished insulation around duct, pipes, tanks, vessels and mechanical equipment
• Spray fireproofing onto columns and beams