CDPH Lead Inspector/Assessor California State Practice Exam

What occurs when an employee has two BLL tests of 50 μg/dL or greater, taken two weeks apart?

1. Increased monitoring frequency

2. Medical removal

3. Reassessment of work tasks

4. Change in job title

The correct answer is: Medical removal

When an employee has two blood lead level (BLL) tests showing 50 μg/dL or greater, taken two weeks apart, the correct action is medical removal. This is crucial for the health and safety of the employee, as a blood lead level at this threshold indicates a significant risk of adverse health effects related to lead exposure. The primary goal is to prevent further exposure to lead and to protect the employee's well-being, as ongoing exposure could lead to severe health issues. Medical removal involves removing the affected employee from their current job duties, particularly if those duties expose them to lead or any condition that might exacerbate their high BLL. This action is part of regulatory requirements designed to ensure employee safety and health in occupational settings affected by hazardous substances. It's a proactive measure to ensure that proper health monitoring and potential treatment can begin, addressing the risk before it leads to more severe health consequences. While increased monitoring frequency and reassessment of work tasks may be part of a broader occupational health strategy, they do not have the same immediate protective effect as medical removal in this specific context of elevated lead exposure. Changing a job title would not address the underlying health risks associated with lead exposure either. Thus, medical removal stands out as the most appropriate and responsible