OSHA Cites Asbestos Removal Co. for Exposing Workers to Lead

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration is proposing penalties of $46,900 against an asbestos-abatement company for exposing employees to lead paint hazards while conducting abrasive blasting operations on a viaduct in Joliet, Ill., last October.OSHA said it cited Celtic Environmental Inc. for 10 serious safety violations. OSHA initiated a complaint inspection of the site under the National Emphasis Program for Lead Exposure in Construction. Lead exposure can cause damage to the nervous system, kidneys and other organs.OSHA issued 10 serious safety citations to Celtic. Eight of ...