Exposed spiral finish scratched before insulation/paint

Protect exposed spiral finish before insulation, paint, or final handoff. Scratches and dents stay visible in occupied areas.

Stop if

• This spiral is exposed finish. Do you want it protected or documented before we continue working around it?

Watch out

• Do not drag, clamp, or stage hardware on finished exposed spiral.

Check

• Identify whether the spiral will remain exposed or painted.
• Protect visible surfaces during staging and lifting.
• Mark pre-existing scratches before your crew works around them.
• Use clean handling methods so finish work does not look rough.

Steps

• Identify whether the spiral will remain exposed or painted.
• Protect visible surfaces during staging and lifting.
• Mark pre-existing scratches before your crew works around them.
• Use clean handling methods so finish work does not look rough.

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