The Environmental Protection Agency has declared this week to be National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week to raise awareness of the effects of lead poisoning in young children. Lead causes serious health risks including brain/nervous system damage and hearing and vision impairment. Even a low level of exposure can have severe and lasting effects resulting in developmental problems such as learning disabilities and decreased intelligence. Remodeling contractors can do their part to reduce lead poisoning in children by adhering to the strict guidelines of the EPA’s Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule. The rule requires contractors to minimize dust, contain the work area, and clean up thoroughly after the project is completed.
Builders Site Protection’s Lead Ready™ kit is the perfect solution to ensure RRP Rule compliance. The kits include the personal protection, area containment, and clean-up supplies necessary to prevent the spread of toxic lead dust throughout the home or childcare facility. The kit is available in a single-person or five-person plus package. For more information about the Lead Ready™ kits or to place an order, visit www.buildsitepro.com or email me at sales@buildsitepro.com.
For information for builders and contractors about how they can protect children from lead poisoning during remodeling projects, visit www.leadfreekids.org
-Heather
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