when to paint exterior of house

we still have scaffolding up and were told to paint exterior of house while scaffold is still up
but the site is still very much a dirty building site and worried paint will get ruined
Any thoughts

Paint it now.

Working on a height must be supported by a secure platform, not a ladder.
This is a requirement under the health and Safety regulations
Splashes at ground level can be touched up later.



If you are a self-builder and not using a main contractor but direct labour, you are deemd to be the Contractor under the Health and Safety legislation

Please read the Self-Build FAQ:
http://www.askaboutmoney.com/showthread.php?t=126261

In particular please read this link:
Guidance for Homeowners undertaking Contstruction Work.
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See also
Best Practice for Clients in Construction, Page 24. Section 3.2.1.
http://www.hsa.ie/eng/Publications_...in_Construction_-_Best_Practice_Guidance.html

ONQ.

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