LEAD SAFETY AWARENESS

When lead passes through the lungs and into the bloodstream, it can cause damage to a person’s organs. According to OSHA and the CDC, prolonged lead exposure can cause neurological and gastrointestinal effects, anemia, and even kidney disease.

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Lead Exposure at Work

Lead exposure is most common to people working in construction and the manufacturing industry during the processing of lead products or materials. Without proper safety measures, these employees end up breathing in lead-containing dust and fumes.

OSHA’s Lead Safety Regulation

“Employers are required to protect workers from inorganic lead exposure under OSHA lead standards covering general industry (1910.1025), shipyards (1915.1025), and construction (1926.62). The lead standards establish a permissible exposure limit (PEL) of 50 μg/m3 of lead over an eight-hour time-weighted-average for all employees covered. The standards also set an action level of 30 μg/m3, at which an employer must begin specific compliance activities, including blood lead testing for exposed workers. The lead standards also include ancillary provisions such as medical surveillance, exposure monitoring, and hygiene facilities and practices that are critical in preventing lead exposure and elevated blood lead levels.“

Common Lead Exposure in Construction & General Industry

  • Removal, renovation, or demolition of structures painted with lead pigments.
  • Installation, maintenance, or demolition of lead pipes and fittings.
  • Soldering and any work involving lead metal.
  • Production or use of plumbing fixtures, rechargeable batteries, lead bullets, leaded glass, brass, bronze, and radiators.

Lead Awareness Safety Training Course Agenda

Many people worry about lead in their homes or in the environment, but for some, the workplace may offer the greatest potential for exposure. This training will provide information about workplace lead and what employees and employers can do to lower exposure if there is lead in the workplace.

Lead Awareness Training Topics

  • Introduction to Lead Awareness
  • Routes of Exposure
  • Health Protection & Responsibilities
  • Controls
  • Safe Work Practices
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TRAINING IS OFFERED AT YOUR LOCATION: TRAINING IS OFFERED IN A LIVE VIRTUAL CLASSROOM: TRAINING IS OFFERED IN OUR ONLINE OSHA TRAINING CENTER: HOW FREQUENTLY SHOULD THIS TOPIC BE TRAINED ON: IS A WRITTEN SAFETY PROGRAM NEEDED FOR THIS TOPIC?
Initially upon hire. Retraining is required at least annually for employees with exposure beyond the PEL. Yes, if applicable.

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