Lead Hazard Evaluation and Control in Buildings

Description This comprehensive ASTM manual provides detailed guidance for developing and implementing a lead hazard management program. It follows the outline described in ASTM E 2052-99 Standard Guide for Identification and Management of Lead Hazards in Facilities. 17 chapters cover the following fundamentals: • Setting up and administering a lead hazard management program • Designing and implementing an operations and maintenance program • Collecting information on facilities for decision making purposes • Classifying buildings based on their likelihood for lead hazards • Evaluating buildings for lead hazards • Responding to elevated blood lead investigation • Conducting occupant education and awareness programs • Hiring consultants, laboratories, and contractors • Planning and performing lead hazard control activities • Ongoing monitoring and reevaluation of lead hazards • Role of lead hazard programs in real estate transactions.