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A renovation project involves disturbing 120 square feet of paint in a building built in 1968. What Cal/OSHA lead regulation applies?

Correct Answer

A) Section 1532.1 construction lead standard applies

Cal/OSHA Section 1532.1 construction lead standard applies to any construction activity that may result in employee exposure to lead, regardless of square footage, in pre-1978 buildings.

Answer Options
A
Section 1532.1 construction lead standard applies
B
Section 5198 general industry lead standard applies
C
No special requirements since it's under 500 square feet
D
Only EPA RRP rules apply, not Cal/OSHA

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Cal/OSHA Section 1532.1 construction lead standard applies to any construction activity that may result in employee exposure to lead, regardless of square footage, in pre-1978 buildings.

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