Although lead paint was banned by law in 1978 there are still dangers from lead exposure in many American homes. Dangers still exist, from lead pipes contaminating water, to lead dust in the soil around the home. Despite the very […]
The improved safety standards and increased enforcement of RRP standards have made contractors accountable at a higher level. At the same time, this means that contractors are forced to take safe practices and protocol for their employees more seriously as […]
The Environmental Protection Agency’s Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule is important to be aware of if you are a contractor. The uptick in reports of noncompliance means that more and more people are mindful of the fact that you are […]
The adverse impact of Lead was not taken seriously for a long time till regulatory agencies like the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) started meticulous research on this topic in the early 70s. Through systematic data collection and report […]
Approximately three quarters of American households still contain lead, even though lead paint was banned in 1978.This is why lead inspection and abatement is so important, even today. While all RRP and lead-based paint abatement companies require their employees to […]
The FDA recently reported an unsuspecting new cause of lead poisoning. A dietary supplement has caused two adult deaths in the Chicago area. Two children in the area also experienced elevated lead levels in their bodies. They have been assumed […]
Lead is a well-known hazard, especially in children. Lead poisoning and exposure can lead to lifelong disabilities, such as learning disabilities, delayed speech, and hearing loss. More than three million children under six years old already have toxic levels of […]
Young children top the list for the spread of germs and illnesses, as they are still learning proper hygiene techniques. Young children have tendencies to not wash their hands and put things in their mouths that don’t belong there. It […]
If you are considering remodeling an older home, then you may need to use special lead safety procedures to control dust and follow the law. Did you know that the EPA RRP Rule applies to residential properties and child occupied […]
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates approximately thirty five million homes in the United States contain lead-based paint. Lead-based paint is defined as paint that contains 0.5% lead by weight or higher. Construction and renovation activity that disturbs painted surfaces […]