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Childhood Lead Poisoning and Prevention Childhood lead poisoning is a preventable environmental health problem. Elevated blood lead levels can cause physical and mental delays and damage especially in children less than six years of age. The Childhood lead poisoning prevention program enforces applicable state laws with the intent of protecting children from exposure to environmental lead hazards.
Lead paint was phased out and was illegal as of 1978 for residential use. Any home, or other building such as a garage, built before 1978 may have lead paint. Homes built earlier are more likely to have lead paint and likely to have higher levels. If you live in a home built before 1978 treat the paint as if it contains lead. Assume the soil around the house is contaminated with lead paint. Cover the soil with more soil or with mulch to prevent easy access by children. Provide a play area away from old buildings. Keep paint in good condition by repairing substrate damage and properly paint stabilizing. Consider replacing old windows and doors with new more energy efficient products.
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