More Exposure-Limiting Practices

There are additional practices that employers should ensure employees practice in order to limit their exposure. These simple yet effective actions will significantly impact their lead exposure levels.

• Never let employees enter eating areas while wearing protective work clothing or equipment that has not had surface lead dust removed. (For example, by HEPA vacuuming or a downdraft booth.)
• In every area where employees are exposed to lead above the PEL, employees must never allow the presence or consumption of food, beverages, tobacco products, and cosmetics.
• Employees with airborne lead exposure above the PEL must always wash their hands and face before eating, drinking, smoking, or applying cosmetics.

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