Transcription of Lead in Construction
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OSIM. Occupational Safety and Health Administration LeadinConstruction OSHA 3142 -12R 2004 O>SHX Employers are responsible for providing a safe and healthy workplace for their employ-ees. OSHA s role is to promote the safety and health of America s working men and women by setting and enforcing stan-dards; providing training, outreach and education; establishing partnerships; and encouraging continual improvement in workplace safety and health. This publication provides a general overview of a particular standards-related topic. This publication does not alter or determine com-pliance responsibilities which are set forth in OSHA standards, and the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. Moreover, because interpretations and enforcement policy may change over time, for additional guidance on OSHA compliance require-ments the reader should consult current OSHA administrative interpretations and decisions by the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission and the courts.
lead is filtered out of the body quickly and excreted, but some remains in the blood and tissues. As exposure continues, the amount stored will increase if the body absorbs more lead than it excretes. The lead stored in the tissue can slowly cause irreversible damage, first to individual cells, then to organs and whole body systems.
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