CDPH Lead Inspector/Assessor California State Practice Exam

What tasks are included in the Cal/OSHA Class III Trigger Task?

1. Abrasive blasting, welding, cutting, torch burning

2. Painting, insulation, demolition

3. Electrical work, plumbing, HVAC

4. Drywall installation, flooring, roofing

The correct answer is: Abrasive blasting, welding, cutting, torch burning

The correct answer pertains to activities that are considered high-risk and have a significant likelihood of generating dust, especially when lead may be present. The Cal/OSHA Class III Trigger Task includes tasks such as abrasive blasting, welding, cutting, and torch burning, all of which can create hazardous dust and fumes. These specific tasks are closely monitored under safety regulations because they can release airborne contaminants, including lead particles, into the environment during the process. Understanding the context of these tasks is essential, particularly as they relate to workplace safety and health standards. Abrasive blasting, for example, often involves the use of materials that may contain lead, and while welding and cutting can produce intense heat and smoke, torch burning can release lead-containing materials that may have been applied in previous work. Therefore, all these tasks fall within the category of activities that are likely to disturb lead-containing materials, necessitating rigorous safety protocols and precautions to protect workers’ health. The other choices consist of tasks that, while they may pose risk, do not specifically align with Class III as closely as the correct choice does. For instance, painting and insulation do not typically generate the same amount of dust or pose the same immediate hazards related to flying lead as welding or abrasive blasting. Recognizing