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Is Lead A Problem In My Home?

Is Lead A Problem In My Home?. Let the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) help you take steps to determine whether lead is a problem in your home or community. . Where Does Lead Come From?. House paints Contaminated soil Drinking water The workplace Hobbies and sports Others.

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Is Lead A Problem In My Home?

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  1. Is Lead A Problem In My Home? Let the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) help you take steps to determine whether lead is a problem in your home or community.

  2. Where Does Lead Come From? • House paints • Contaminated soil • Drinking water • The workplace • Hobbies and sports • Others

  3. How Does Lead Get IntoOur Bodies? • A small amount is always present in our bodies from naturally occurring sources. • Eating, drinking, or breathing lead directly from contaminated sources increases lead levels in the body. • It is important to note that lead cannot enter the body through the skin.

  4. Who Can Be Hurt The Most From Lead In And Around Your Home? • Babies and young children often put their hands and other objects which can have lead dust on them in their mouths.  • Children's brains and nervous systems are more sensitive to the damaging effects of lead.

  5. What Are Some Of The Signs Of Lead Poisoning? • Poor muscle coordination • Nerve damage to sensory organs and muscles • Loss of appetite • Stomach discomfort • Fussiness and irritability

  6. Are My Children At Risk of Having Lead Poisoning? If you live in an older neighborhood, or have renovated your home, you may have : • Lead in paint • Lead in dust • Lead in contaminated soil

  7. How Can I Tell If My Home Is Safe? • Age of the structure? • How well has home been maintained? • Condition of paint? • Planning to renovate? • Could the soil be contaminated?

  8. How Can I Have My Home Tested? • Small home test kits • Professional laboratory analyses of paint samples • Contact your local water purveyor for information on your water quality • Contact AIHA for a list of qualified laboratories in your area

  9. What Can I Do If There Is Lead In Or Around My House? • Wash all surfaces with a household cleaner. • Clean furniture, carpets, and draperies. • Hose off sidewalks, porches, and steps. • Plant grass or ground cover on exposed soil. • Wash hands and faces, especially of children, frequently. • Pay attention to children’s play areas; keep toys out of their mouths.

  10. Summing Up • If you think your children are at risk, have them tested to learn the lead levels in their blood. • Ask your local health department for advice in identifying sources of lead. • Clean the home thoroughly and often. • Make sure your children are playing safely. • Keep up with developments on lead poisoning prevention through your local health department or HUD office.

  11. For More Information, Call or Write: • U.S. Department of Housing and Development (HUD) – (202) 755-1805 • U.S. Environmental Protection Agency – (202) 554-1404 • National Lead Information Center Hotline – 1-800-LEAD-FYI • American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) – (703) 849-8888 www.aiha.org • Nearest Poison Control Center

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