Lead Alert  Reducing the Risk of Lead Poisoning

If you suspect that your house has lead hazards, you can take some immediate steps to reduce your family's risk:
 
• Notify your landlord of peeling of chipping paint.
 
• Clean up paint chip immediately.
 
• Clean floors, window frames, window sills, and other surfaces weekly.  use a mop or sponge with warm water and a general all-purpose cleaner of a cleaner made specifically for lead.  Thoroughly rinse sponges and mop heads after cleaning dirty or dusty areas.
 
• Wash children's hand often, especially before they eat and before nap time and bed time.
 
• Keep play areas clean.  Wash bottles, pacifiers, toys, and stuffed animals regularly.
 
• Keep children from chewing window sills or other painted surfaces.
 
• Clean or remove shoes before entering your home to avoid tracking in lead from soil

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