Lead abatement protocols should be considered in any situation where a potential risk of lead contamination poses an immediate health threat. It is important to consult with professional personnel trained in lead remediation prior to attempting any removal activities, since proper safety measures must always be followed in order to minimize risks during the process.
In some cases, covering up the affected area with lead-safe products may help mitigate any further exposure, however this does not necessarily remove the source of pollution itself. Depending on the source of contamination and its severity, certain types of protective equipment may also have to be worn by those performing abatement procedures such as face masks, gloves, and even respirators.
Before any lead abatement activities take place, it is important to identify any potential hazards in the affected area and take appropriate safety measures in order to minimize risks during the process. These may include wearing protective equipment such as face masks, respirators, gloves, goggles, and other items that meet relevant requirements from OSHA or similar agencies depending on the jurisdiction in question.
It is also important to remember that noise levels should be monitored throughout any abatement activities due to its potential effect on nearby individuals or animals living within earshot of the process. Any electrical devices used alike must be properly grounded at all times in order to avoid accidental electrocution during removal. Finally, it is essential that only trained professional personnel perform these operations in order to ensure proper safety procedures are followed at all times. This would should not be performed by General Contractors; they do not have the training, licenses, or equipment to successfuly perform lead abatement.