Safety & Training Short- Lead Awareness: Engineering Controls

Objective: To introduce common engineering controls for lead exposure, including methods of substitution, isolation, and ventilation.

Because lead exposure is dangerous, employers must implement engineering controls to minimize employee exposure to the greatest extent possible. Engineering controls are greatly preferred over administrative controls as the best way to control exposures. Personal protective equipment (e.g., a respirator) is considered a last resort, as the worker must wear it properly.

Know what engineering controls are in place at your organization. The following are three major engineering control measures to minimize lead exposure.

Click here to download the complete training short in English
Click here to download the complete training short in Spanish

Safety & Training Shorts are provided by George Petersen Insurance Agency, the proud broker of the Marin Builders Association Workers' Comp Program. We save Marin Builders members up to 20%. Click here to get a free competitive quote