Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Lead Risk Assessor Practice Exam

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What is the OSHA medical removal level for lead in adult worker blood?

  1. Above 30 ug/dL

  2. 40 ug/dL

  3. Above 45 ug/dL

  4. 35 ug/dL

The correct answer is: 40 ug/dL

The OSHA medical removal level for lead in adult worker blood is established at 40 micrograms per deciliter (ug/dL). This level is critical in occupational health as it helps to protect workers from the adverse effects of lead exposure, such as neurological or developmental issues. When a worker's blood lead level exceeds 40 ug/dL, OSHA mandates that the individual be removed from the lead-exposed workplace. This removal is an essential safety measure to prevent further exposure and reduce the risk of lead-related health complications. Maintaining this threshold is part of the broader regulation intended to ensure worker safety in environments where lead exposure is a hazard. Other levels provided in the choices represent either lower thresholds or different contexts in lead exposure guidelines but do not reflect the specific medical removal requirement set by OSHA for adult workers.