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DELIVERY, HANDLING AND STORAGE

Proper delivery, handling and storage procedures and relevant good practices are important to ensure
materials are not damaged prior to installation.

Figure 4.1 Delivery, Handling and Storage

Work Sequence Good Practices

1. Delivery • Material delivered as per

approved material and
sample
• To reduce the risk of
damage, plasterboards
should be delivered to
site prior to installation
• Plasterboard stacking
supports should be
spaced at no more than
600mm centres

2. Handling • Material handling as

per approved method
statement
• During handling and
storage, boards should
be carried in an ‘upright’
position with particular
care taken to protect the
edges

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Work Sequence Good Practices

3. Storage • Material storage as

per approved method
statement
• Plasterboards should be
stored in neat, flat stacks
off the ground/floor in a
dry covered area
• If storing outdoors,
stack boards on a level,
moisture-free platform,
> 600mm and keep fully protected
from the weather
• Plasterboard stacking
supports should be
spaced at no more than
600mm centres

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