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29 CFR 1926.59: NOTE: The requirements applicable to construction work under this section are identical to those set forth at 1910.1200 of this chapter. 29 CFR 1910.1200(h)(1): Employees were not provided effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new hazard that the employees had not been previously trained about was introduced into their work area: W. Congress Pkwy and S. Jefferson St., Chicago, IL - Clausen Structures, Inc. did not provide employees effective information and training on hazardous chemicals in their work area at the time of their initial assignment. a) On March 29, 2017, an employee performed air arcing on a lead-coated steel bridge structure to remove welds holding bearings in place while a second employee assisted. Employees were exposed to airborne concentrations of lead during this activity ranging from 19-157 ug/m3. b) On March 29, 2017, employees were exposed to lead on surfaces throughout the site ranging from 10.67-194.8 ug/m3. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence of abatement, or other written records.