EPA Worker Health, Safety & PPE

Question 1

Which OSHA standard establishes the permissible exposure limit (PEL) for lead in construction?

Accepted Answer

29 CFR 1926.62

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1926.62 is the lead standard specifically for the construction industry, setting the PEL at 50 µg/m³ as an 8-hour time-weighted average.

Question 2

What is the OSHA action level for airborne lead in construction that triggers additional protective measures?

Accepted Answer

25 µg/m³

Answer

OSHA's action level for lead in construction is 25 µg/m³ as an 8-hour TWA, triggering requirements for exposure monitoring, medical surveillance, and training.

Question 3

When must a lead-certified contractor provide blood lead level (BLL) testing for workers?

Accepted Answer

At least every 6 months when workers are exposed above the action level

Answer

OSHA requires blood lead level monitoring at least every 6 months for workers exposed above the action level, with more frequent testing at higher exposures.

Question 4

What type of gloves should lead abatement workers wear when handling lead paint debris?

Accepted Answer

Disposable nitrile or vinyl gloves

Answer

Disposable nitrile or vinyl gloves prevent lead from contaminating the skin and can be discarded in the work area to prevent cross-contamination.

Question 5

What is the purpose of the 'change area' established outside a lead abatement work zone?

Accepted Answer

To allow workers to remove and store contaminated PPE before leaving the work area

Answer

The change area prevents lead contamination from being tracked out of the work zone by providing a designated space for removing protective clothing and gear.

EPA - Environmental Protection Agency Certified Lead Contractors Practice Test

EPA - Environmental Protection Agency Certified Lead Contractors Practice Test

EPA Worker Health, Safety & PPE