History of Lead and Its Uses

If you live in a house that may contain lead-based paint, you should get your young children tested for lead even if they seem healthy.

• True

• False

As a construction worker, you should expect you might be exposed to lead during renovation, repair or demolition.

• True

• False

It is not important to abide by federal, state and local standards if you are working part-time.

• True

• False

Lead Abatement may include which of the following?

• Removing lead-based paint and lead-contaminated dust

• Replacing all surfaces in a building even if there is no lead

• Replacing lead-painted surfaces or fixtures

• Removing any automobiles that are parked on the jobsite

What are two specific lead hazards that are created when components are sanded, scraped or burned.

• fumes

• salt crystals

• sand

• dust

What are two non-construction occupations where workers may be exposed to lead?

• dishwashers

• fishermen

• divers

• artists

How is dust, generated by sanding and scraping, hazardous to workers?

• It can be inhaled

• It can be ingested

• It can be injected

• It can sit on top of your boots

How can dust and fumes be generated?

• dry scraping

• dry sanding

• cutting

• using a torch

What is one responsibility of someone who works around lead?

• Always consider yourself first and foremost

• Cut corners, especially if it makes the job go faster

• Prevent take-home exposure to your family

• Use your personal tools whenever possible

Environmental exposure can occur if you drink lead-contaminated drinking water.

• True

• False