Lead Abatement Study Guide
with 100% correct answers
Vacuum required for working with lead.
HEPA
Thickness of polyethylene used in lead abatement.
6 mil
Temperature limit of heat gun when used in lead abatement.
1100° f
Chemical stripper not allowed in lead abatement.
Methylene Chloride
How much lead contaminated waste makes a Contractor a
conditionally exempt waste generator?
<220 lbs or 100 kilograms
What organs may be damaged by lead?
central nervous system, reproductive, brain, nerves, heart, kidneys,
blood forming...
What are symptoms of lead poisoning?
irritability, lethargy, lack of sex drive, tremors, vomiting, diarrhea,
anemia...
How long does lead remain in the blood and soft tissue?
30 days
How long does lead last in bones?
30 years
What are four symptoms of heat exhaustion?
Clammy cool sweaty skin, headache, Dizziness and nausea
What are four symptoms of hate stroke?
Hot dry skin, nausea fainting and dizziness
What is A GFCI? and why is it important?
with 100% correct answers
Vacuum required for working with lead.
HEPA
Thickness of polyethylene used in lead abatement.
6 mil
Temperature limit of heat gun when used in lead abatement.
1100° f
Chemical stripper not allowed in lead abatement.
Methylene Chloride
How much lead contaminated waste makes a Contractor a
conditionally exempt waste generator?
<220 lbs or 100 kilograms
What organs may be damaged by lead?
central nervous system, reproductive, brain, nerves, heart, kidneys,
blood forming...
What are symptoms of lead poisoning?
irritability, lethargy, lack of sex drive, tremors, vomiting, diarrhea,
anemia...
How long does lead remain in the blood and soft tissue?
30 days
How long does lead last in bones?
30 years
What are four symptoms of heat exhaustion?
Clammy cool sweaty skin, headache, Dizziness and nausea
What are four symptoms of hate stroke?
Hot dry skin, nausea fainting and dizziness
What is A GFCI? and why is it important?
