GB7691-2025
General rules for safety management of coating operations
涂装作业安全管理通则
GB 7691-2025 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for General rules for safety management of coating operations. It appears in the Food compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of May 1, 2026.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard applies to the safety management of coating operations involving the use of coatings and related chemicals on metal or non-metal surfaces. It covers the entire operational process, including the selection of coatings, coating processes, equipment, and the painting location. It is a mandatory standard for all enterprises engaged in industrial coating operations within China.
Technical requirements
The standard outlines general safety requirements, emphasizing the prioritization of inherently safe materials and automated, enclosed control measures for dust, toxicants, and noise. It mandates strict separation of hazardous operations from non-hazardous ones and requires comprehensive safety training and occupational health monitoring for personnel. Facilities must establish clear safety signs and provide appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Regarding coatings and chemicals, the standard specifies requirements for selection, storage, and transportation. It mandates the use of low-VOC coatings in public spaces and confined spaces. Chemicals must be accompanied by Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and safety labels. Storage facilities must be fire-proof, equipped with explosion-proof electrical equipment, and strictly separate powder coatings from solvent-based ones. For coating processes, the standard explicitly prohibits highly dangerous methods, such as using benzene for paint removal and open-flame stripping without protection. Process documentation must include hazard identification, safety protocols, and emergency plans. Enterprises must regularly evaluate these process documents to ensure compliance with national safety standards. The standard details requirements for coating equipment and devices, including mandatory grounding, explosion-proof electrical installations, and specific safety compliance for spray booths, drying ovens, and powder application equipment. Equipment installation, commissioning, and maintenance must adhere to strict operational checks, including ventilation status and interlock reliability. Maintenance in explosive atmospheres must not involve live electrical repairs.
Testing methods
While primarily a management standard, GB 7691-2025 mandates specific evaluation and inspection procedures. It requires gas concentration monitoring and ventilation assessments before and during confined space entry. Facilities must undergo lightning and static electricity testing, and regular inspections of ventilation systems, explosion-proof electrical equipment, and emergency response equipment are mandatory. Enterprises must conduct periodic evaluations of their coating process documents to verify safety compliance.
FAQs
What products and operations are regulated under GB 7691-2025?
The standard applies to the safety management of coating operations using coatings and related chemicals on metal or non-metal surfaces. It covers the entire process involving materials, processes, equipment, and workplaces. It is a mandatory standard for all relevant manufacturing and industrial coating facilities in China.
Are there any significant updates from the previous GB 7691-2003 version?
The 2025 version removes requirements for the R&D, production, and sales of coatings and equipment, focusing instead on the operational side. It updates requirements for safety training, safety signs, PPE, and occupational health management. It also adds new terms for coating operations and painting locations, and updates regulations regarding confined space operations.
How does GB 7691-2025 differ from international coating safety standards?
GB 7691-2025 is a comprehensive safety management framework that extensively references specialized Chinese standards for specific processes, such as GB 6514 for ventilation and GB 14444 for spray booths. While it aligns with general international safety principles, compliance in China requires adhering to this specific GB framework and its referenced local standards.
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Applicability hints
- Type
- Safety
- CCS
- C72
- ICS
- 13.100
- Competent department
- Ministry of Emergency Management
- Technical committee
- National Technical Committee on Work Safety of Standardization Administration of China
Relationships
Replaces:GB 7691-2003