This comprehensive ASTM manual provides detailed guidance for developing and implementing a lead hazard management program. It follows the outline described in ASTM E 2052-99 Standard Guide for Identification and Management of Lead Hazards in Facilities.
17 chapters cover the following fundamentals:
 Setting up and administering a lead hazard management program
 Designing and implementing an operations and maintenance program
 Collecting information on facilities for decision making purposes
 Classifying buildings based on their likelihood for lead hazards
 Evaluating buildings for lead hazards
 Responding to elevated blood lead investigation
 Conducting occupant education and awareness programs
 Hiring consultants, laboratories, and contractors
 Planning and performing lead hazard control activities
 Ongoing monitoring and reevaluation of lead hazards
 Role of lead hazard programs in real estate transactions.