Lead Supervisor Certificate
According to the California Department of Public Health, the Supervisor certificate is for those who plan to supervise daily work activities on a lead-related construction work site and/or prepare lead abatement plans. These certificates are also for those who plan to supervise repainting or general construction performed on surfaces painted with lead-based paint. This includes:
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Supervising workers who are performing the activities specified in a lead abatement work plans. (Supervisors also perform lead-related construction work activities themselves.
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Enforcing the work practices that ensure worker safety and protect occupants from lead poisoning
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Scheduling and facilitating work site activities with building occupants as well as other consultants and contractors
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Coordinating for proper disposal of lead containing waste created during work activities
Under California’s Title 17 regulations, a certified Supervisor
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may conduct lead abatement activities
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may manage individuals performing lead abatement activities
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may prepare lead abatement plans
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may not conduct lead hazard evaluations, including clearance inspections
