OSHA Lead Awareness Training
- Continuing education credit hours 0.30
- Mobile-Friendly, Self-Paced Format
- Nationally-Accredited, Regulatory-Approved
Course Objectives
Upon completion of the OSHA Lead Awareness Training course, learners will be able to:
Outline OSHA regulations concerning lead exposure within the construction sector.
Describe the physical and chemical characteristics of lead.
Identify the different pathways of lead exposure and the associated adverse health impacts; Summarize OSHA's specified permissible exposure limit (PEL) and action level (AL) for lead exposure.
Describe the components of an extensive medical surveillance program.
Define chelating agents and their appropriate usage conditions.
Explain the purpose of medical removal protections and the entitlements for employees undergoing removal.
Discuss the implementation of various hazard controls and safe work practices on construction sites to mitigate lead exposure risks to acceptable levels.
Course Description
Our OSHA Lead Awareness Training is designed to provide essential information and guidelines for workers, foremen, and supervisors involved in construction operations where lead exposure is a concern. This course is fully compliant with OSHA’s Lead Standard for the Construction Industry, as outlined in 29 CFR 1926.62.
Lead exposure is a significant hazard for workers who handle lead or lead-containing materials, especially in the construction industry. Prolonged exposure to lead can lead to serious health problems, not only for the workers themselves but also for their families over time.Industrial Training and OSHA Compliance Solutions: Your one-stop shop for workplace safety and compliance.