CDPH Lead Inspector/Assessor California State Practice Exam

What kind of inspection is required for all lead abatement activities following childhood lead poisoning?

1. Initial inspection

2. Follow-up inspection

3. Clearance inspection

4. Final inspection

The correct answer is: Clearance inspection

The requirement for a clearance inspection after lead abatement activities stems from the need to ensure that the area where lead remediation has occurred is safe for reoccupation. A clearance inspection is conducted to confirm that the lead levels in the environment are below the regulatory standards established to protect public health, especially for vulnerable populations such as children. During this inspection, samples are typically collected from various surfaces and dust to assess lead dust levels. The primary aim is to verify that lead hazards have been adequately controlled and that remediation efforts were successful. This step is crucial in ensuring that the living environment is safe and that the possibility of lead exposure has been mitigated following any remediation work. The other types of inspections listed, such as the initial, follow-up, and final inspections, play important roles during different phases of the lead assessment and abatement process but do not specifically address the required confirmation that all lead hazards have been effectively managed and that the space is safe for occupancy post-abatement.