Lead (and other Metals) in Construction (Oregon)

Oregon CCB Series A Course Approval Number: SRA0025

This three hour interactive distance-learning Series A course is designed to emphasize hazard identification, avoidance and control – not standards, in an effort to train workers on precautions against lead in their work environment. No attempt has been made to treat the topic exhaustively and it is not to be taken as a substitute for any of the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 or for any standards issued by the US Department of Labor.

Upon successful completion of this part, participants will be able to:

• Identify the risks and symptoms of over-exposure
• Recognize which industries pose the biggest risk of exposure
• Explain OSHA’s Lead Standard
• Explore the employers responsibilities in regard to hazard assessment, medical surveillance, medical removal provisions and recordkeeping
• Summarize employee protection and exposure reduction through engineering controls, housekeeping and personal hygiene, protective clothing and equipment, respiratory protection and employee training

Bonnie Prinse

Ms. Prinse holds a BS Degree in Environmental Studies from Eckerd College and has pursued master degree studies in Aquatic Zoology at the University of South Florida. She has written scientific portions of impact statements for wetland/upland land delineation, endangered species studies, and water quality testing while employed with a civil engineering and architectural firm in Tampa, FL. Her experience in environmental studies and new construction lend itself to documentary film making, particularly environmental stories that have taken her to the Amazon in Peru and to Costa Rica. Most recently her involvement with earthen construction projects led to a video production showcasing the benefits of building “green.”