If an item is within 6 feet of the work area, what must be done?

If an item is within 6 feet of the work area, what must be done?

• A. Sealed or removed
• B. Moved to a distance
• C. Left as is
• D. Covered with tarp only

Answer: (A)

Preventing lead dust from migrating during renovations is the goal. When an item is within 6 feet of the work area, it must be sealed or removed. Sealing creates a tight barrier around the item (plastic encasement or similar, with edges taped) so dust cannot get to surrounding spaces, while removing takes the item completely out of the area. Moving the item farther away isn’t enough if it still remains within the 6-foot zone, leaving a risk of dust spread. Leaving it as is or covering it with a tarp only does not provide a guaranteed sealed barrier, so dust could still escape. Therefore, sealing or removing is the correct approach.

Preventing lead dust from migrating during renovations is the goal. When an item is within 6 feet of the work area, it must be sealed or removed. Sealing creates a tight barrier around the item (plastic encasement or similar, with edges taped) so dust cannot get to surrounding spaces, while removing takes the item completely out of the area. Moving the item farther away isn’t enough if it still remains within the 6-foot zone, leaving a risk of dust spread. Leaving it as is or covering it with a tarp only does not provide a guaranteed sealed barrier, so dust could still escape. Therefore, sealing or removing is the correct approach.