According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), over 3 million workers in the United States may be exposed to lead on the job. This course focuses on lead safety in general industry, providing an overview of lead hazards, preventive measures, and the applicable OSHA standard (29 CFR 1910.1025).
The training is designed to raise general awareness about lead exposure, highlight associated risks, and outline safety practices to protect employees in the workplace.
Course Objectives
At the end of this course, you should be able to:
| ID | Objective |
|---|---|
| TO 1.0 | Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the final course assessment. |
| LO 1.1.1 | Identify sources of lead, who is at risk of exposure, and the signs and symptoms of lead exposure. |
| LO 1.1.2 | Explain the lead exposure pathway, routes of entry, and the hazards of both acute and chronic exposure. |
| LO 1.2.1 | Describe and provide examples of the hierarchy of controls used to reduce or eliminate lead exposure. |
| LO 1.3.1 | Identify various types of respirators and explain requirements for their use to protect against lead exposure. |
| LO 1.3.2 | Describe employer and employee responsibilities within a respiratory protection program. |
| LO 1.3.3 | Identify the requirements for respirator fit testing and proper inspection procedures. |
Key: Terminal Objective (TO), Learning Objective (LO)