Iowa Lead Abatement Contractor Exam Questions And Correct Answers.

The largest amount of white lead was produced and used in paint during the: - Answer 1920's Most cases of lead poisoning in Iowa are caused by: - Answer Deteriorated lead-based paint Lead was used in paint: - Answer To keep mold from growing on the paint In adults, one of the health effects caused by lead is: - Answer High blood pressure In children, the health effect of lead that caused the most concern for society is: - Answer Developmental disabilities The best way for a family to reduce the amount of lead in their water is to: - Answer Let the water run for 30 seconds before using it The blood lead level set by the centers for disease control as the threshold for lead poisoning in children is: - Answer 3.5 micrograms per deciliter A child can go into a coma and suffer brain damage if the blood level reaches: - Answer 70 micrograms per deciliter Lead waste management and contamination controls include: - Answer All of the above The blood lead level set by the CDC as the threshold for lead poisoning in adults is: - Answer 5 micrograms per deciliter The greatest source of lead exposure for adults is: - Answer Inhaling dust and fumes from using lead on the job or in a hobby If an employee is experiencing heat exhaustion, you should: - Answer All of the above According to Title X, lead based paint is paint or other surface coatings with lead greater than: - Answer 0.5% by weight