Lead Blood Testing
Occupational Monitoring for Lead Exposure
Lead exposure remains a recognised risk in a number of industries, particularly where historic materials or lead-based coatings are present.
Richfield Occupational Health Solutions Limited provides professional lead blood testing to help employers monitor exposure and meet regulatory obligations.
Testing can be undertaken at our Ashford clinic or delivered at your site across the south of the UK.
Why Lead Monitoring Is Important
Exposure to lead can occur through inhalation of dust or fumes or through ingestion via contaminated surfaces.
Chronic exposure may affect:
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Nervous system function
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Kidney health
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Blood formation
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Reproductive health
Under the Control of Lead at Work Regulations, employers must prevent or adequately control exposure and provide medical surveillance where required.
Regular blood testing allows early identification of elevated levels and supports proactive risk management.
Industries That Commonly Require Lead Surveillance
Lead monitoring is frequently required in:
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Construction and refurbishment of older buildings
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Demolition projects
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Bridge maintenance and repainting
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Shot blasting and paint removal
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Rail engineering involving legacy coatings
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Heritage restoration
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Metal recycling and scrap processing
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Battery manufacturing and recycling
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Foundries and metal casting
If your workforce may disturb or remove lead-based paint or lead-containing materials, interval blood testing may be necessary.
Interval Testing
Interval testing forms part of a structured surveillance programme.
Frequency will depend on:
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The level of exposure risk
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Type of work undertaken
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Environmental monitoring results
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Regulatory guidance
We can support employers in designing appropriate monitoring schedules aligned with operational risk.
For-Cause Lead Testing
For-cause testing may be required where:
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There has been a known control failure
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Dust suppression measures have failed
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PPE compliance concerns arise
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An employee presents with symptoms consistent with exposure
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Environmental testing indicates elevated lead levels
Prompt testing allows employers to manage potential exposure incidents effectively.
What Our Service Includes
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Blood sample collection
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Laboratory analysis
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Clear reporting
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Advice where elevated levels are identified
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Support with ongoing surveillance planning
Testing available:
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At our Ashford clinic
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On-site at your premises
Arrange Lead Surveillance
For quotations or to discuss your compliance obligations, contact Richfield Occupational Health Solutions Limited.
Contact Us
A. Unit 129 Ellingham Industrial Estate, Ellingham Way, Ashford, Kent, TN23 6LZ
T. 01233 349021 Option 3
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm