addressinglead-basedpainthazardsduringrenovation,.ppt

2/15/2001 2/15/2001 Addressing Lead-Based Paint Hazards During Renovation, Remodeling, and Rehabilitation in Federally Owned and Assisted Housing Introduction and Welcome Introduction Overview Introductions Meeting facility and logistics Course objective Course manual Course agenda Course Objectives Minimize creation and dispersal of lead-contaminated dust and debris during Renovation and Remodeling Rehabilitation Maintenance Protect residents, especially children, from exposure to lead-contaminated dust and debris Set-up and Containment Safe Work Practices Clean-up and Clearance This Course... Is one of several courses that will enable you to perform RR work in federally-funded housing Is not an abatement course Satisfies general lead training requirements of HUD Provides an introduction to the OSHA lead in construction standard Comprehensive treatment of OSHA requirements requires additional training May not satisfy state and local training requirements Training Manual Overview Five modules Interactive exercises Appendices Lead Paint Safety Field Guide Course Agenda Module 1Why Should I Be Concerned About Lead-Contaminated Dust? Module 1 Overview Exercise Why is lead-contaminated dust a problem? Health risks and effects of lead? What is lead-based paint? How many homes contain lead-based paint? What is the government doing about lead-based paint? Summary Why Are Dust and Debris a Problem? Dust and debris can contain lead Lead-contaminated dust and debris are poisonous Small amounts of lead-contaminated dust can poison children and adults Children swallow it during ordinary play activities Adults swallow or breathe it during work activities Workers can bring lead-contaminated dust home and poison their families Health Risks of Lead Very hazardous to children Reading and learning difficulties Behavioral problems Difficulty paying attention and hyperactivity May result in seizures, coma, and death Hazardous to pregnant women Damage to fetus Also haz