Lead Awareness
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Lead Awareness

Gain an understanding of the PPE and controls used to prevent lead exposure

Vivid Learning
Updated Oct 09, 2024

What you'll learn

  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Respiratory Protection
  • Ventilation
Course Description

Lead is one of the most common toxic elements found in industry and is a leading cause of workplace illness with approximately 95% of all elevated blood lead levels reported among adults in the United States are work-related. Lead poisoning can damage the brain, liver, kidneys, and red blood cells. It can also damage bones and cartilage, and harm the reproductive system.