What should I do if I am concerned about my family’s exposure to lead?

•  Have a Certified lead Inspector conduct on inspection on your home to determine if there is lead based paint and where.  

• Call your local health department for advice on reducing and eliminating exposures to lead inside and outside your home, child care facility or school

•  Always use lead-safe work practices when renovation or repair will disturb painted surfaces.

• A blood test is the only way to find out if you or a family member already has lead poisoning. Call your doctor or local health department to arrange for a blood test.

  For more information about the health effects of exposure to lead, visit the EPA lead website at www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/leadinfo.htm or call 1-800-424-LEAD (5323).