Lead (Pb)
CAS Number:
7439-92-1
Lead (Pb) is a heavy metal with no known biological function in the human body. Occupational lead exposure occurs in industries including battery manufacturing and recycling, smelting, painting and abrasive blasting on lead-painted surfaces, construction, and firing ranges. Lead is absorbed primarily through inhalation of dust and fumes, and accumulates in bone, blood, and soft tissue. Chronic exposure causes neurological damage, kidney disease, reproductive harm, and elevated blood pressure. Children are especially vulnerable. OSHA has a comprehensive lead standard (29 CFR 1910.1025) requiring air monitoring, biological monitoring (blood lead levels), engineering controls, and medical surveillance.
Lead exposure is a common risk during renovation, demolition, and industrial work that disturbs lead-based paint, solder, or other lead-containing materials. Rent lead testing and monitoring equipment from RAECO Rents to support lead paint screening and hazard evaluations before work begins and during cleanup. This collection includes XRF analyzers used to identify lead in painted surfaces and other materials, using HUD-recognized lead paint testing protocols.
