Lead exposure poses serious health risks. California mandates comprehensive lead safety training for workers under Cal/OSHA 8 CCR 5216. CDMS’s training covers exposure limits, PPE use, monitoring, hygiene practices, and your specific lead work procedures. Ensure your employees are informed and protected with CDMS’s lead safety training.
Lead Safety Training
Regulatory bodies
- OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Association)
- Cal/OSHA (California Occupational Safety & Health Association)
Who needs it
All employees with potential occupational exposure to lead.
Regulation reference
- 29 CFR 1910.1025
- 8 CCR 5216
What our training provides:
Our training covers:
- Health hazards of lead
- Routes of exposure
- Exposure limits
- Engineering controls and work practices
- Proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Medical surveillance program
Approx. 1 hour in length
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How often must lead safety training be provided?
Initially and at least annually thereafter.
What are the major health effects of lead exposure?
Neurological, cardiovascular, kidney, reproductive, and developmental effects.
What is the California Occupational Safety & Health Association (Cal/OSHA) Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) for lead?
50 micrograms per cubic meter of air (μg/m3) 8-hour TWA.
What topics must the training cover?
Health risks, workplace exposure, engineering controls, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), hygiene.
How should lead safety training be documented?
With sign-in sheets listing date, duration, instructor, and topics.
When is additional lead safety training required?
If work processes or controls change in a way that affects exposures.
Should supervisors receive lead safety training?
Yes, supervisors should role model and reinforce safe work practices.
What protective measures should the training cover?
Detail proper use, care, cleaning, maintenance, and storage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
What are proper hygiene practices when working with lead?
No eating/drinking/smoking in work areas, wash before eating, shower after work.
Can initial lead safety training be provided online?
Online is allowable for awareness, but hands-on training is still required.
What are common workplace sources of lead exposure?
Lead-based paint, leaded fuels, batteries, ammunition, solder, and pipes.
How long must lead safety training records be retained?
At least 30 years per the Occupational Safety & Health Association (OSHA) lead standard.
Who must receive lead safety training?
All workers potentially exposed to lead from any task performed at work.
What are the penalties for lack of training under the standard?
Occupational Safety & Health Association (OSHA) fines, citations, and other enforcement actions.
Does smoking increase the risks from lead exposure?
Yes, smoking promotes absorption of ingested lead.
Should visitors in areas with lead hazards receive training?
No, but they must be provided proper protective equipment.
What is the California Occupational Safety & Health Association (Cal/OSHA) lead standard number?
Title 8 CCR 5216. It has some additional state requirements.
Can workers eat and drink in lead work areas?
No, consuming food or drinks in lead areas is prohibited.
Where is the nearest hand washing facility located?
Training must identify its location to encourage proper hygiene.
What content should be included on medical surveillance?
Its purpose, confidentiality, procedures, obtaining results.
Where can I find additional resources and guidance on Lead Safety Training in California?
California Occupational Safety & Health Association (Cal/OSHA) provides detailed guidelines, and consulting with EH&S professionals can help ensure compliance with the latest regulations and best practices.
Contact Us to get support or request a Lead Safety Training. Our skilled team of EH&S specialists is ready to assist you.