A company introduces biological monitoring for workers exposed to inorganic lead. A female worker has a blood lead of 28 microg/dL. She is of

Question

A company introduces biological monitoring for workers exposed to inorganic lead. A female worker has a blood lead of 28 microg/dL. She is of childbearing age. What specific consideration applies?

Accepted Answer

The suspension level for women of reproductive capacity is 25 microg/dL, which is lower than the 60 level for males, so she should be suspended from lead work and controls reviewed

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No special consideration for female workers

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Female workers are exempt from lead regulations

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She should be tested for pregnancy before any action

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The suspension level is the same regardless of sex

Lead suspension level for women — DOccMed MCQ

A company introduces biological monitoring for workers exposed to inorganic lead. A female worker has a blood lead of 28 microg/dL. She is of childbearing age. What specific consideration applies?