Containment Setup & Waste Disposal Flashcards

Lead renovation waste (paint chips, used sheeting, disposable PPE) is classified under federal regulations as:

Answer: Household hazardous waste, typically exempt from RCRA hazardous waste regulations

Lead renovation waste from residential projects is typically classified as household hazardous waste and is generally exempt from RCRA hazardous waste regulations.

How should lead renovation waste be packaged before disposal?

Answer: In sealed, heavy-duty plastic bags or containers labeled as containing lead

Lead waste must be placed in sealed, heavy-duty plastic bags to prevent dust escape and labeled to warn handlers of the lead content.

When must used polyethylene sheeting from a lead renovation project be disposed of?

Answer: It must be folded inward, sealed, and disposed of as lead waste before leaving the work site

Used sheeting must be folded inward to contain any lead dust, sealed, and disposed of as lead waste — it cannot be reused or left behind.

Which tool is required for the final cleaning step after removing lead renovation containment?

Answer: HEPA vacuum followed by wet mopping with a damp cloth or mop

Post-renovation cleaning requires HEPA vacuuming followed by wet mopping to capture and remove all remaining lead dust from surfaces.

A contractor generates lead paint chips and dust during a renovation. Who is responsible for proper waste disposal?

Answer: The renovation firm performing the work

The renovation firm that generated the lead waste is responsible for its proper containment, packaging, and disposal per applicable regulations.

Waste water from wet methods used during lead renovation (wet sanding, misting) must be:

Answer: Collected and disposed of properly — not poured down storm drains

Lead-contaminated waste water must be collected and disposed of properly; it may not be discharged into storm drains or waterways.