Health problems from exposure to lead can include profound developmental and neurological impairment in children. Lead poisoning has been linked to mental retardation, poor academic performance and juvenile delinquency. Nearly one million children in America today have dangerously elevated levels of lead in their blood. Because of the potential dangers, any exposure to deteriorated lead-based paint presents a hazard.

That chipped paint can be dangerous

Chipped and deteriorated paint not only looks bad, it can pose a serious health risk to the occupants of the building. The number of homes in the U.S. which contain lead based paint is staggering and it has become a growing health concern. Exposure to lead based paint has been linked to numerous conditions. If you have areas of deteriorated paint in your home, you should find out if the paint is lead based and take steps to reduce or remove the risks.

Lead Rules & Regulations

Their are currently several Federal Regulations regarding lead which deal with those performing Lead-Based Paint activities. The regulations deal with disclosure of lead based paint, training and certification for lead-based paint activities, pre-renovation education rule and others. There are also a number of regulations pending including standards for renovation activities in homes with lead-based paint. For further information on any of the standards, regulations and rules go to the EPA Rules and Regulations Page.

EPA Lead Booklets

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