10 CFR 850.20 – Baseline beryllium inventory
(a) The responsible employer must develop a baseline inventory of the locations of beryllium operations and other locations of potential beryllium contamination, and identify the workers exposed or potentially exposed to beryllium at those locations.
Terms Used In 10 CFR 850.20
- Baseline: Projection of the receipts, outlays, and other budget amounts that would ensue in the future without any change in existing policy. Baseline projections are used to gauge the extent to which proposed legislation, if enacted into law, would alter current spending and revenue levels.
(b) In conducting the baseline inventory, the responsible employer must:
(1) Review current and historical records;
(2) Interview workers;
(3) Document the characteristics and locations of beryllium at the facility; and
(4) Conduct air, surface, and bulk sampling.
(c) The responsible employer must ensure that:
(1) The baseline beryllium inventory is managed by a qualified individual (e.g., a certified industrial hygienist); and
(2) The individuals assigned to this task have sufficient knowledge and experience to perform such activities properly.