Lead in Construction

This course applies to all construction work where an employee may be occupationally exposed to lead. All construction work excluded from coverage in the general industry standard for lead by 29 CFR 1910.1025(a)(2) is covered by this standard. Construction work is defined as work for construction, alteration and/or repair, including painting and decorating. 

OSHA's Lead Standard for the Construction Industry is found in 29 CFR 1926.62 and details regulations related to metallic lead, inorganic lead compounds, and organic lead soaps. This course will cover the regulations included in that standard. 

CEU's

0.6

CEU Requirements

1. 100% attendance for the Lead in construction course
2. Completion of Continuing Education and Training Registration Form
3. Active participation in all class exercises (determined by course instructor)
4. Completion of required pre-and post-quiz assessment
5. As applicable, achievement of minimum passing score on required end-of-course examination
6. Participation and submittal of end-of-course evaluation form (must provide name on form to receive credit)

Learning Outcomes

• Summarize OSHA regulations pertaining to lead exposure in the construction industry;
• Explain the physical and chemical properties of lead;
• Explain the various routes of exposure to lead and the adverse health effects associated with this exposure;
• Outline the permissible exposure limit (PEL) and action level (AL) for lead exposure as specified by OSHA regulations;
• Explain the elements of a comprehensive medical surveillance program;
• Define chelating agents and the conditions for their use;
• Summarize the purpose of medical removal protections and the benefits an employee is entitled to in case of removal; and
• Discuss the various hazard controls and safe work practices that must be implemented on a worksite to limit lead exposure to safe levels.