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. Links
to organizations with information about the risks of lead poisoning and lead removal:
EPA , CDC
,
HUD
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 new 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, check out the Renovate Right Pamphlet.