Section 845.150  Lead Worker Responsibilities

a)         Any individual conducting lead mitigation and lead abatement is required to be licensed as a lead worker in accordance with the Act and Section 845.125.  The licensed lead worker is responsible for the following:

1)         Compliance with the Act and this Part;

2)         Following the direction and guidance provided by a licensed lead supervisor as outlined in the Work Practice and Occupant Protection Plan required by Section 845.255;

3)         Proper implementation of lead mitigation and lead abatement methods; and

4)         Using work practices that:

A)        Ensure the safety of the workers involved in the lead mitigation and lead abatement activities;

B)        Ensure the safety of the occupants of the regulated facility; and

C)        Control dust produced during mitigation or abatement of lead bearing surfaces or coatings.

b)         The lead worker shall possess the valid and current license issued by the Department on-site at any lead mitigation or lead abatement project.

c)         Licensed lead workers can conduct lead mitigation and lead abatement activities only with a licensed lead abatement contractor under the direct supervision of a licensed lead supervisor.