Per the Code of Federal Regulations, workers must wear the following PPE when performing lead abatement to prevent exposure greater than 50 micrograms of lead per cubic meter of air over an eight-hour period: Full facepiece respirators to prevent both lung and eye irritation. Coveralls or similar full-body work clothing Gloves Hats Shoes or coverlets Further, any clothing must be laundered properly following exposure to lead. Employers must provide for the cleaning, laundering, or disposal of clothing contaminated with lead in a dedicated changing room. The clothing must go into a properly labeled container warning anyone that it harbors material exposed to lead contamination.