What is the most common sign of unauthorized deleading?

The most common sign of unauthorized deleading is indeed found in situations where deleading work has not been documented. When deleading activities are performed without proper documentation, it raises significant concerns regarding the safety and compliance of the work completed.

Unauthorized deleading can often lead to a dangerous situation where lead hazards are not properly addressed, and the environment may still pose health risks, especially to children. The lack of documentation can indicate that the work was performed without adhering to the necessary regulations, safety protocols, or proper procedures. This can include failing to notify local authorities, not conducting required testing before or after the work, and not ensuring that the area was made safe for occupancy.

In contrast, negative dust wipe results indicate that no hazardous lead dust is present, which would suggest that the area is safe. Documented deleading work signifies that the proper processes were followed and proof exists of compliance with regulations. Surface repainting without testing can imply that a surface was merely covered rather than properly deleaded, but it does not inherently indicate unauthorized work if the repainting was done by a certified professional as part of a documented process.

Thus, the presence of undocumented deleading is a clear indication of unauthorized activity, underscoring the importance of having all lead-related work