# Slide 4-1: Module 4 Clean Up and Check Your Work

-   This is the module title slide.

-   Announce the module title move quickly to the next slide.

    **Overview of this module**: The table below summarizes the content
    and teaching methods for this module. This is for your reference. Do
    not cover this with the participants.

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| ## Module 4: Cl                   |                                   |
| ean up and check your work 1 hour |                                   |
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| -   What is effective clean up?   | [Key message]{.underline}: Clean  |
|                                   | up right. Use wet mops and HEPA   |
| -   Clean-up tool kit             | vacuums. Traditional methods      |
|                                   | don't do the job.                 |
| -   Interior clean up             |                                   |
|                                   | [Notes:]{.underline} Slides       |
| -   Exterior clean-up             | followed by an exercise           |
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| -   Checking your work            | -   Slides (30 minutes)           |
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| -   Safe disposal (optional demo  | -   Hands-on Exercise (30         |
|     or exercise)                  |     minutes)                      |
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| -   [Activity]{.underline}: Hands | [Preparing for this               |
|     on clean-up exercise          | module]{.underline}: Prepare      |
|                                   | materials for hands-on exercise   |
| -   [Activity]{.underline}:       | and clearance demonstration.      |
|     Clearance demonstration       |                                   |
|                                   | [Materials needed:]{.underline}   |
|                                   | Dust wipe sampling materials and  |
|                                   | tools listed in the Clean-Up      |
|                                   | toolkit.                          |
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|                                   | [Options:]{.underline} The        |
|                                   | trainer may choose to use the     |
|                                   | hands-on clean-up exercise later, |
|                                   | as part of a comprehensive        |
|                                   | hands-on exercise (as shown in    |
|                                   | Lesson Plan #2). The trainer can  |
|                                   | also choose to demonstrate        |
|                                   | gooseneck sealing or have         |
|                                   | participants do it themselves.    |
|                                   | (Have necessary materials ready.) |
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**Slide 4-2 : Module 4 Overview**

-   Effective clean-up includes using specific techniques and following
    the proper order when cleaning. In this section participants will
    learn:

-   What an effective clean-up includes

-   What tools to always keep in your truck and at the work site

-   Effective techniques to clean after both interior and exterior jobs

-   Safe disposal methods

-   How to check your work

-   This module focuses on how to clean to pass a visual check. Visual
    check means that an area has been cleaned to the point that no dust,
    debris or paint chips can be seen with the naked eye, and it is the
    goal of every clean-up.

-   **Remember**, because lead dust can be invisible, a visual check
    [does not guarantee]{.underline} that you will pass a dust sample
    test.

# Slide 4-3: What is Effective Clean-up?

-   Discuss the similarities of clean-up and approaching a job. Explain
    that, just as you approach a job with planning, set-up and
    containment, you must approach cleaning by first having effective
    containment, then carefully following specific procedures to best
    clean the work area. The techniques outlined in this section should
    make your clean-up faster, more efficient, and more effective.

-   **Remember:**

-   Always pass a visual check.

-   Proper disposal and checking your work are essential to the process
    of cleaning.

-   The most effective cleaning will follow this sequence:

> 1\. **Pick up** all visible paint chips and debris.
>
> 2\. **Clean and dispose** of protective sheeting.
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> 3\. Slowly **HEPA vacuum** the work area, working from high to low.
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> 4\. Thoroughly **wet clean**, working from high to low.
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> 5\. **If necessary repeat** HEPA vacuuming or wet cleaning.
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> 6\. **Visually inspect** your work.

7.  **Bag** all waste in heavy duty plastic bags, Agooseneck@ **seal**
    and **dispose** according to Federal, State and local regulations.

8.  **Clearance**

-   **Demonstrate how to Agooseneck seal@ a heavy duty plastic bag and
    note that this will again be covered in the disposal section.**

-   Discuss why this clean-up sequence should work well.

-   **Picking up all visible debris and paint chips** prepares a work
    area for the first HEPA vacuum.

-   **Clean and dispose of protective sheeting.** This step should come
    before HEPA vacuuming in order to collect any dust that may escape
    from the protective sheeting.

-   **HEPA vacuum the area from high to low.** This first HEPA vacuum
    will collect dust and debris not visible to the naked eye.

-   **Wet cleaning** the area will further dislodge any lead
    contaminated dust or debris not collected by the first HEPA vacuum.
    Wet cleaning also gets dust and debris that is Astuck@ to surfaces.

-   **If necessary, a final pass with the HEPA vacuum or wet clean**
    will capture any remaining dust or debris left after the wet
    cleaning.

-   The last step should be to **check your work** and make sure that a
    visual check is achieved and all waste is bagged, sealed and
    disposed of in accordance with Federal, State and local laws.
    Performing a dust wipe test is recommended for all work.

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-   Clearance is required by HUD in homes receiving Federal housing
    assistance. (See p. 4-7).

**Slide 4-4 : Clean Up Toolkit**

-   This slide shows a list of cleaning tools that you should always
    keep in your truck.

-   Some tips:

-   Be sure to change mop heads when necessary. You do not want to be
    mopping and cleaning with a dirty, used mop head as this could
    spread dust into other areas.

-   You need either a two-sided bucket or two single buckets to keep
    your wash and rinse water separate. Be sure to change your detergent
    and rinse water often. You will not clean successfully if you clean
    with dirty water.

-   Heavy duty garbage bags are heavy duty plastic bags.

-   For small jobs, disposable wipes are a good cleaning method.

-   Ask participants if anyone uses tools that are not included in the
    list.

-   If so, what are they and what do they use them for?

-   This is a good time to mention that a shop-vac is not adequate for
    cleaning up lead dust.

**Slide 4-5: Interior Clean-up Techniques**

-   **Ask:** Why should you pick up paint chips and other debris before
    picking up the protective sheeting? Why should you mist down and wet
    wipe the protective sheeting before picking it up?

> \[[Answer to both questions]{.underline}: to prevent accidental
> spreading of lead-contaminated paint chips and dust off of the
> protective sheeting\]

-   After the first visual inspection of the work area, cleaning,
    folding and disposing of the protective sheeting is the next step.
    Clean your protective sheeting with a HEPA vacuum and wet wipe if
    necessary. Once cleaned, fold and seal the sheeting and dispose with
    the rest of your waste. When you pick up and fold the protective
    sheeting be careful not to spread any dust that may remain on the
    sheeting.

-   This process is followed by the HEPA vacuuming and wet cleaning
    (discussed on next slide) in order to get any dust that escaped the
    protective sheeting.

**Slide 4-6: Interior Clean-up Techniques**

-   Emphasize that workers should always clean at least two feet beyond
    the work area.

-   Also, discuss **[why]{.underline}** clean-up should always proceed
    from high to low.

-   \[[Answer:]{.underline} Cleaning from high to low is more efficient
    and effective because any dust or debris dislodged will fall down to
    the floor. Just as one would clean steps working from the top down,
    cleaning a work area should work from high to low to Apush@ all dust
    not collected down to the floor, which should be cleaned
    last.[\]]{.underline}

-   These cleaning techniques and this sequence ensure that you pass a
    visual check. While there is no guarantee that you will pass a dust
    sample analysis, this process is highly effective in cleaning a work
    area and if followed, significantly decreases the risk of not
    passing a dust sample analysis. This will be discussed in greater
    detail later in the module.

**Slide 4-7: Interior Checking Your Work**

-   Always conduct a visual check after your clean-up is completed. If
    you find any dust or debris, make another pass with the HEPA vacuum
    and, if necessary, wet clean again. You should continue these steps
    until the site passes a visual check.

-   After passing a visual check you can perform clearance (dust
    sampling) to check your work. In some instances dust sampling may be
    required.

-   Discuss the following instances where clearance (dust sampling) may
    be required or requested:

-   HUD requires clearance after certain kinds of jobs in housing
    receiving Federal housing assistance. Ask if the property receives
    Federal assistance. If so, ask if clearance is required.

-   In some states, dust wipe sampling by a certified or trained person
    may be required by law. Supervisors should be aware of laws
    regarding dust wipe sampling and renovation and remodeling work.

-   In some instances, the owner may request dust wipe samples be taken
    to locate lead hazards and ensure cleaning has been effective. If
    you follow the techniques outlined in this section, you should pass
    any dust wipe analysis.

-   **Emphasize that clean-up should always be performed as if a dust
    wipe analysis were going to be conducted after clean-up.**

**Slide 4-8: Exterior Clean-up Techniques**

-   The main point of cleaning after an exterior job is not to let dust
    spread beyond the work area and to focus specifically on the areas
    that children could have access to such as bare soil, play areas,
    exterior porches and exterior window sills.

-   Always inspect beyond the work area. Collect and dispose of all
    paint chips, dust and debris.

**Slide 4-9: Exterior Clean-up Techniques**

-   Plastic protective sheeting can kill plants and other vegetation if
    used for an extended period of time. Therefore, on many exterior
    jobs landscape fabric, screen tarp, or screen mesh is used. **This
    material must be fine enough to catch any debris or paint chips.**
    Although it is recommended to be disposed of after each use, because
    this material can be more expensive per square foot than plastic
    sheeting, many contractors reuse the material.

-   **In the case of reuse, the material must be cleaned thoroughly and
    pass a visual check before being folded and stored securely.** One
    method is to HEPA vacuum the material after the job is completed.
    Washing the fabric may also prove effective; however, waste water
    and debris may be produced using this method. The most effective way
    to clean exterior protective sheeting will be a [slow]{.underline}
    HEPA vacuum followed, if necessary, by a wet clean and rinse.

**Slide 4-10: Exterior Checking Your Work**

-   Discuss why another visual inspection for checking your work is
    necessary.

-   Discussion: A visual check should always occur before cleaning and
    focus on collecting all visible debris, large components, and paint
    ships. This should be followed by your cleaning activities which in
    the case of exterior work consists mainly of a visual check and
    inspection. However, after any cleanup activity another visual
    inspection is always necessary and should include areas not covered
    by the protective sheeting, areas outside the containment area, and
    all areas in the work area.

-   Emphasize that contractors should focus on child access areas such
    as bare soil or ground, exterior porches, and exterior window sills.

**Slide 4-11: Disposal**

Have bags and tape ready for the demonstration and the hands-on activity
if you choose to perform it.

-   Demonstrate Agooseneck@ seal of disposal bags.

-   Waste should be stored in a secure area to prevent children from
    getting into it and being exposed to lead dust.

-   Discuss methods to handle waste water.

-   Waste water produced during the job from mopping, wet cleaning or
    misting [should not]{.underline} be poured down the sink, in the
    yard, down a storm drain or in a tub.

-   Waste water [should]{.underline} be poured down the toilet [if local
    regulations allow]{.underline} for such disposal. Before disposal,
    waste water should be filtered.

-   Always be aware of Federal, State, and local regulations regarding
    waste water disposal.

-   All waste should be handled carefully and sealed in heavy duty
    plastic bags.

-   Supervisors must be aware of the components of the waste produced at
    the job site and the proper method of disposal. Again, always be
    aware of Federal, State and local waste disposal regulations.

[Optional Hands-On Activity (3 minutes)]{.underline}

-   After demonstrating, give each participant a garbage bag and a strip
    of duct tape.

-   Ask participants to practice making the gooseneck seal.

-   Walk around and make sure that each participant is doing it
    properly.

**Slide 4-12: Disposal - Local and Federal Information**

-   Waste disposal is regulated under the Resource Conservation and
    Recovery Act (RCRA) and various associated State laws and
    regulations.

-   Some waste generated from lead work may meet the definition of
    Ahazardous waste@ because it is toxic, corrosive, ignitable, or
    explosive. Therefore, it is important for contractors to segregate
    waste into categories that are likely to be hazardous and
    non-hazardous. Examples of hazardous waste may include: paint chips,
    vacuum debris, sludge or chemical waste from stripper and HEPA
    filters.

-   Generators of less than 220 pounds of waste per job site per month
    are exempt from Federal waste disposal regulations and most State
    regulations.

-   Many states have more stringent regulations than Federal
    requirements. It is, therefore, important for contractors to
    understand their obligations under these laws and regulations.

-   You should always be aware of how much waste you are generating per
    job site per month.

-   EPA=s website has a list of telephone numbers for State information
    on solid and hazardous waste disposal at
    [http://www.epa.gov/epaoswer/hotline/states.txt]{.underline}.

-   In a memorandum to RCRA Senior Policy Advisors and EPA Regions 1-10,
    dated July 31, 2000, EPA=s Office of Solid Waste stated that
    lead-based paint waste from households may be disposed of as
    household garbage subject to applicable State regulations. However,
    although EPA considers lead-based paint waste commonly generated
    during renovation, remodeling, and painting to be household waste,
    most states have not yet adopted this interpretation. Until states
    do adopt EPA=s interpretation, they may continue to regulate
    lead-based paint waste as potentially hazardous if generated in
    large enough quantities as indicated on the slide. (U.S. EPA
    ARegulatory Status of Work Generated by Contractors and Residents
    from Lead-based Paint Activities Conducted in Households@ Memorandum
    from Elizabeth A. Cotsworth, Director, Office of Solid Waste, to
    RCRA Senior Policy Advisors and EPA Regions 1-10. July 31, 2000)

**Slide 4-13: Exercise: Clean-Up**

*For this exercise you'll need baby powder, water, and the Clean-Up Tool
Kit (see Notes to Instructor).*

Prepare this exercise in advance. Things to prepare are:

-   Have appropriate tools and supplies ready. Necessary tools and
    supplies include: buckets, mops, water, detergent, HEPA vacuum,
    wipes, plastic sheeting, plastic bags, tape, and other items in the
    **Clean-Up Tool Kit**.

-   You'll need access to water.

-   Sprinkle each work area with baby powder to simulate the dust.

-   Refer to the **Skills Checklist** in Appendix 9 for a list of skills
    that participants should practice.

When conducting the exercise:

-   Instruct participants to stay in their groups.

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-   Circulate while they work to ensure they are doing the work
    properly.

-   Coach them as necessary to correct any incorrect behaviors (refer to
    the Skills Checklist in Appendix 9).

-   Give them a five minute warning.

-   At 15 minutes, tell them to stop.

Debrief using the next slide.

## Option

You may also consider performing this set-up exercise later in the
course as part of a larger comprehensive hands-on module as described in
Lesson Plan 2 in the Notes to the Instructor at the front of this
manual. The comprehensive hands-on module combines the hands-on
components from Modules 2, 3, and 4.

**Note:** In some training facilities, such as hotels, you may not have
access to water in the training room. In such cases, instruct
participants to walk through the process -- practicing the order of the
steps -- HEPA vac, two bucket wash, cleaning from high to low, etc. As a
demonstration of how hard it is to clean up dust, consider sprinkling
baby powder on a tabletop and experimenting with different methods for
cleaning it up -- broom and dust pan, HEPA vac, wet wipe, etc.

**Slide 4-14: How Clean is Clean?**

Have dust wipe materials ready for this slide.

-   Ask participants if they can see any remaining baby powder. Chances
    are they can.

**Demonstrate how a dust wipe is done and show them the surface of the
wipe. Highlight how clean the floor must be to pass this test**.

**Slide 4-15: Keep in Mind**

-   The items listed on the slide are important for planning and
    managing work efficiently.

-   Remember, you should either clean the work site thoroughly at the
    end of each day or completely seal off the area and not allow
    re-occupation.

-   Also remember to consider clearance testing by an independent
    person. Even if clearance is not performed, you should always clean
    up as if it were.

-   Note the checklist for cleaning procedures in the participant notes
    below the slide. **Ask participants whether they would add or change
    anything in the checklist.**