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Reducing Lead Ha.zarallls In The Horne <br />e&.'rtg <br />iead <br />irnproperly <br />can, increase <br />ate hazard, <br />Near . <br />Dy sproeadirta,. <br />even or <br />aA dust <br />roan he <br />g. <br />tways, Use <br />mess i nic`i who <br />is tTained to <br />remove,, ie 6. <br />hazards eh, � <br />In addition to day-to-day cleaning and good <br />nutrition: <br />You can temporarily reduce lead hazards <br />by taking actions such as repairing dam- <br />aged painted surfaces and planting grass <br />to cover soil with high lead levels. These <br />actions (called "interim controls") are not <br />permanent solutions and will need ongo- <br />ing attention. <br />To permanently remove lead hazards, <br />you should hire a certified lead "abate- <br />ment" contractor. Abatement (or perma- <br />nent hazard elimination) methods <br />include removing, sealing, or enclosing <br />lead -based paint with special materials. <br />Just painting over the hazard with regular <br />paint is not permanent removal. <br />Always hire a person with special training <br />for correcting lead problems —someone <br />who knows how to do this work safely and <br />has the proper equipment to clean up <br />thoroughly. Certified contractors will employ <br />qualified workers and follow strict safety <br />rules as set by their state or by the federal <br />government. <br />Once the work is completed, dust cleanup <br />activities must be repeated until testing <br />indicates that lead dust levels are below the <br />following: <br />40 micrograms per square foot (Ng/ft2) <br />for floors, including carpeted Floors; <br />250 pg/ft2 for interior windows sills; and <br />* 400 Ng/ft2 for window troughs. <br />Call your state or local agency (see bottom <br />of page 1 1) for help in locating certified <br />professionals in your area and to see if <br />financial assistance is available. <br />Ftachment 11 Page of 16 <br />