BCF Publishes Survey to Determine DIY Use of Antifouling Paints
LONDON - The British Coatings Federation (BCF) Marine Coatings Group is launching a survey addressing concerns that authorities may decide to restrict the application and use of antifouling paints to strictly professional applicators and organizations. The survey is designed to determine DIY use of antifouling paints in the UK.
The survey looks to raise awareness in the boat-owning community regarding this issue, determine the current practice related to antifouling paint use by the DIY market, determine the awareness of users to the hazards of antifouling paint, emphasize the importance of using appropriate personal protective equipment, and provide an indication as to the impact on antifouling paint sales, boat maintenance costs and leisure boat ownership if such a restriction becomes law.