Md. Code Regs. 26.16.01.13

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 12, June 14, 2024

Section 26.16.01.13 - Structural Steel Lead Paint Abatement Training and Accreditation Requirements

A. Structural Steel Worker Training Requirements.

(1) The general requirements for lead paint abatement worker training specified in Regulation .07A of this chapter apply to structural steel lead paint abatement workers.

(2) Initial Training Course Requirements.

(a) The initial structural steel worker course shall provide at least 7 hours of instruction time.

(b) The initial course shall cover the following topics:

(i) Core topics listed in Regulation .05 of this chapter;

(ii) Control of environmental lead contamination, including establishing and maintaining containment, and disposal of contaminated debris;

(iii) Prevention of lead exposures, including engineering controls, providing and maintaining ventilation in containment, hygiene, use of personal protection clothing and equipment, and respirator selection, maintenance, and fit testing; and

(iv) Protection from heat, falls, chemical exposures, and other hazards associated with materials and equipment commonly employed in lead paint removal.

(c) The course shall provide realistic demonstration of abatement techniques and direct hands-on experience with appropriate techniques.

(3) The structural steel worker review course shall:

(a) Provide at least 7 hours of instruction; and

(b) Cover the topics included in the initial course, with specific emphasis on new and emerging techniques and procedures.

B. Structural Steel Supervisor Accreditation Requirements.

(1) General Requirements.

(a) A structural steel lead paint abatement supervisor shall have successfully completed an initial course and passed the examination designated for that course.

(b) A structural steel lead paint abatement supervisor shall have received, as proof of training, a certificate and identification card indicating an expiration date which is 24 months following the accreditation date.

(c) Unless the structural steel lead paint abatement supervisor has completed the specified review course, passed the examination designated for that course, and applied for renewal of accreditation before the certificate expiration date, the supervisor's accreditation expires as of that date.

(d) A structural steel lead paint abatement supervisor is responsible for oversight of any lead paint abatement project involving structural steel and shall ensure:

(i) Compliance with all applicable regulations; and

(ii) Completion of the project in an adequate and professional manner.

(e) A structural steel lead paint abatement supervisor shall have at least 2 years of experience in related construction trades including, but not limited to, abrasive blasting, paint removal, and painting.

(2) Training Requirements.

(a) The initial structural steel supervisor course shall provide at least 28 hours of instruction time presented over at least a 4-day period.

(b) The initial structural steel supervisor course shall cover the following topics:

(i) Topics listed in §A of this regulation;

(ii) Control of environmental lead contamination, including establishing and maintaining containment, and disposal of contaminated debris;

(iii) Worker protection, including engineering controls, hygiene, use of personal protection clothing and equipment, and respirator selection, maintenance, and fit testing; and

(iv) Use of current, state-of-the-art equipment and techniques used in structural steel lead paint abatement activities.

(c) The course shall provide realistic demonstration of safe and effective abatement procedures and direct hands-on experience with appropriate techniques.

(d) The structural steel supervisor review course shall:

(i) Provide at least 7 hours of instruction; and

(ii) Cover all topics included in the initial course, with specific emphasis on new and emerging techniques and procedures.

C. Structural Steel Contractor/Supervisor Performance Standards.

(1) At least 24 hours, but not more than 10 days, before beginning a lead paint abatement involving structural steel, the contractor or supervisor shall notify the Department of the location and anticipated start and completion dates for the project.

(2) The contractor or supervisor shall:

(a) Prevent airborne dispersal of lead-contaminated particulate matter, in conformance with COMAR 26.11.06.03 a; and

(b) Contain all wastes within the work site or in a secure storage area, and shall dispose of all wastes in accordance with COMAR 26.13.03.

Md. Code Regs. 26.16.01.13

Regulations .13 adopted as an emergency provision effective November 24, 1995, except Regulations .03, .11, .12, and .13C effective February 24, 1996 (22:24 Md. R. 1874)
Regulations .13A, B adopted effective May 20, 1996 (23:10 Md. R. 734)
Regulations .13 amended effective August 12, 1996 (23:16 Md. R. 1176)