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29 CFR 1926.62(g)(1): Where employees were exposed to lead above the permissible exposure limit, without regard to the use of respirators; where employees were exposed to lead compounds which may cause skin or eye irritation (e.g. lead arsenate, lead azide); and as interim protection for employees performing tasks as specified in 29 CFR 1926.62(d)(2), the employer did not ensure that each employee used appropriate protective work clothing and equipment that prevented contamination of the employee and the employee's garments: On or about and at times prior to August 8, 2017, subcontracted employees were observed using power equipment to sand lead-based paint from the exterior of a house built in 1890. No employee exposure assessment had been conducted and the employees were not wearing personal protective equipment. As the General Contractor, the employer had general supervisory authority over the worksite and, under EPA Lead regulations, was responsible for ensuring that Lead-Safe Work Practices were followed.