Lead
Lead Prevention Program
Identification of children who are at risk for lead poisoning. Follow-up on children
with elevated blood lead levels. Lead hazard risk assessment of dwellings.
For more information on Lead prevention programs:
Lead-Safe Wisconsin: Lead Poisoning Prevention Programs (DHS)
Lead-Safe Wisconsin: Prevention & Intervention for Childhood Lead Exposure
Many homes and condominiums built before 1978 have lead-based paint. Paint that has chipped or is deteriorating, or on surfaces that rub together such as windows and doors,
creates lead dust which can pose serious health hazards to occupants and visitors.
Know your rights before you buy, sell or rent.
Real Estate Disclosures about Potential Lead Hazards
Protect Your Family From Lead in Your Home Pamphlets (EPA)
For Landlords: You must hand out the EPA pamphlet, Protect
Your Family From Lead In Your Home.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published a Renovation, Repair and Painting
(RR&P) Rule that affects child care
centers, schools and homes built before 1978. The rule requires that a certified
renovation contractor conduct the renovation and that the occupants of the dwelling
being renovated receive the EPA Renovate Right pamphlet from the contractor. The
rule also requires that parents of children under age 6 who attend a child care
center or school must be notified of any renovation activity and that the renovation
contractor is properly certified. For more information: Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Program.