CDPH Lead Inspector/Assessor California State Practice Exam

Which organization recognizes laboratories for paint chip sample analysis?

1. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2. American Chemical Society (ACS)

3. National Lead Laboratory Accreditation Program (NLLAP)

4. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

The correct answer is: National Lead Laboratory Accreditation Program (NLLAP)

The National Lead Laboratory Accreditation Program (NLLAP) is the organization specifically tasked with recognizing laboratories that conduct paint chip sample analysis for lead content. This program is focused on ensuring that laboratories meet established standards for the testing of lead in various materials, especially in relation to regulatory requirements concerning lead-based paint. NLLAP was developed to support the goals outlined in the federal government’s efforts to reduce the risks associated with lead exposure, especially in homes and environments where children may be present. By ensuring laboratories are accredited through NLLAP, consistency and reliability in lead hazard assessments and analyses are achieved, providing a basis for public health protection. In contrast, while the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is involved in lead regulation and safety promotion, it does not specifically accredit laboratories. The American Chemical Society (ACS) primarily focuses on promoting chemistry and chemical education rather than laboratory accreditation for lead testing. OSHA oversees workplace safety regulations but is not involved in the laboratory accreditation specifically for paint chip analysis in relation to lead.