Earlier this year, the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) announced that proposed amendments to the agencyâs Lead Standards T8 CCR sections 5198, 5155, and 5132.1., had been approved. The updated regulations will be enforceable beginning January 1, 2025.
Through these actions, California aims to significantly reduce workersâ risk of lead poisoning by enforcing lower exposure thresholds and emphasizing workplace cleanliness. The updated lead standards introduce stricter regulations for general industry and construction, and include: