Lead is a metal used in numerous products because of its strength, low melting point, density and other properties. Unfortunately, lead is toxic to several body systems and may present a health hazard in the workplace or to young children. Although lead exposure can result from many sources through hobbies, plumbing, etc., the principle source of concern on campus is from lead paint. Lead paint was used primarily before 1978. Lead dust hazards can be created when lead dust is sanded, scraped, burnt, etc., without adequate control measures. Numerous federal and state laws regulate work with lead and disclosure of lead hazards in housing rental, sales, leasing, and renovations. Ohio University maintains a Lead Management Program.
Regulations
OSHA:
- Occupational Exposure to Lead Standard in General Industry 29 CFR 1910.1025
- 1910.1025 App A - Substance data sheet for occupational exposure to lead
- 1910.1025 App B - Employee standard summary
- 1910.1025 App C - Medical surveillance guidelines
- 1910.1025 App D - Qualitative fit test protocols
- Occupational Exposure to Lead Standard in Construction Industry 29 CFR 1910.1062
- 1926.62 App A - Substance Data Sheet for Occupational Exposure to Lead
- 1926.62 App B - Employee Standard Summary
- 1926.62 App C - Medical Surveillance Guidelines
HUD:
- Requirements for Notification, Evaluation and Reduction of Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Federally Owned Residential Property and Housing Receiving Federal Assistance [PDF]
- 24 CFR 35, Subpart A-Disclosure of Known Lead Based Paint (LBP) Hazards Upon Sale or Lease of Residential Property [PDF]