Pb82-208 Contractors Lead paint risks awareness course
Pb82-208 Lead Paint Risk Awareness Course – Contractor Focus
Raising Awareness for Safer Working Environments
The Pb82-208 Lead Paint Risk Awareness Course – Contractor Focus has been developed for decorating, painting, and refurbishment contractors who may work with or remove lead-based paints during their work. The course provides information and insight into the presence of lead paint in older buildings, its potential risks, and the key points of UK legislation relevant to those risks.
Lead paint remains a common and often overlooked feature in the built environment. When disturbed — through sanding, scraping, cutting, or heat application — fine dust, particulates, or fumes can be released unless carefully controlled, these may pose a risk to health if not managed appropriately. This course has been designed to give contractors the background knowledge to recognise potential hazards and understand the general principles that apply to working in areas where lead paint may be present.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for individuals and businesses whose work involves potential interaction with painted surfaces in older properties, including:
- Painting and decorating contractors
- Refurbishment and fit-out contractors
- General building and maintenance contractors
- Site supervisors and project managers
- Company owners or managers within contracting trades
- Health and safety personnel in construction-related businesses
It is suitable for those working in domestic, commercial, public, or heritage environments.
Course Content Overview
The Pb82-208 Lead Paint Risk Awareness Course is presented in a clear, structured format. It does not require prior specialist knowledge. Topics covered include:
- Introduction to Lead in Paint
- Health Risks Associated with Lead Exposure
- Overview of Relevant UK Legislation
- Recognising Where Lead Paint May Be Present
- Basic Principles of Lead Paint Risk Assessment
- General Safe Working Practices Around Lead-Based Paint
- Handling Waste and Cleaning Work Areas
- Communication and Coordination on Site
- Record Keeping and Documentation Basics
- Course Review and Knowledge Check
The course has been developed by industry professionals with experience in refurbishment, health and safety, and hazardous materials management.
Course Outcome
Participants who complete the course and the end-of-course knowledge check will receive a Course Completion Certificate in Lead Paint Risk Awareness. This document can be retained for company records, training files, or as part of an individual’s continuing professional development record.
Why “Pb82-208”?
The Pb82-208 programme is designed specifically for those in the contracting sector and aims to provide practical, relevant knowledge that can be applied to everyday work planning and decision-making and those that sit the course are issued with a certificate as part of their ongoing CPD.
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