OSHA’s Interim Construction Lead Standard Readopted; – Uncertain Future for Cal-OSHA Version

SACRAMENTO - Fed-OSHA's interim rule for lead in construction was before the board for readoption and led to considerable discussion at the April 21 meeting and hearing. All six of the Cal-OSHA Standards Board members attended. Les Michaels represented the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).Steve Smith of the board staff explained that DOSH sent its proposed lead-in-construction standard to the board in March. It is being reviewed by staff. Because it will need fiscal review by the D