What You Need To Know About Lead Paint

7/11/2016 (Permalink)

This is what old lead paint looks like. It will chip and peel the older it gets.

It's The Law!

• The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires firms performing renovation, repair, and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in pre-1978 homes, child care facilities and schools be certified by the EPA. These firms also must use certified renovators who are trained by EPA-approved training providers to follow lead-safe work procedures.

  According to EPA requirements (40 CFR Part 745) contractors must use lead-safe work practices and follow these three simple procedures:

  Contain the work area.

  Maintain dust.

  Clean up thoroughly.

  A few ways that you can protect your family from lead in your Pre-1978 are listed below:

• If you rent, notify your landlord of peeling or chipped paint
• Clean up paint chip immediately.
• Regularly clean floors, window-sills, and other surfaces. Use a mop, sponge, or paper towel with warm water and a general all-purpose cleaner or a cleaner made specifically for lead.
• Thoroughly rinse sponges and mop heads after cleaning dirty or dusty areas.
• Wash children's hands, bottles, pacifiers and toys often.
• Keep children from chewing window sills or other painted surfaces
• Make sure children eat a healthy, nutritious diet consistent with the USDA's dietary guidelines, which helps protect children from the effects of lead.
• Clean or remove shoes before entering your home to avoid tracking in lead from soil.

Your local SERVPRO of Fort Worth Professionals have been trained and certified to follow lead-safe work practices while performing renovation and repair projects in your area. 

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