Which OSHA standards govern employee exposure to lead?

• A. 29 CFR 1910.1025 and 29 CFR 1926.62
• B. 29 CFR 1910.120
• C. 29 CFR 1910.95
• D. 29 CFR 1910.1000

Answer: (A)

Lead exposure is controlled by dedicated OSHA standards that set specific limits and protection requirements, rather than by general hazard rules alone. The applicable regulations are 29 CFR 1910.1025 for general industry and 29 CFR 1926.62 for construction. These standards establish permissible exposure limits for lead, along with requirements for exposure monitoring, medical surveillance, engineering and work-practice controls, personal protective equipment, training, and provisions for respiratory protection when needed.

The other regulations address different topics: hazard communication for chemical hazards (labels and safety data sheets), noise exposure, and general permissible exposure limits for air contaminants. While lead may appear in broader lists of contaminants, the lead-specific standards are the ones that govern actual exposure limits and protective measures for workers.