NCLSH: EPA Proposed Standards to Identify Dangerous Levels of Lead

EPA's Standards to Identify Dangerous Levels of Lead

Childhood lead poisoning can be prevented.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) final rule regarding standards for the identification of dangerous levels of lead took effect March 6, 2001. The standards identify when lead-based paint, lead-contaminated dust, and lead-contaminated soil are hazards. It also establishes residential dust clean up (clearance) levels and revises dust and soil sampling requirements. The rule takes effect March 6, 2001.

Please visit the EPA Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics web site for a complete discussion of their rules and regulations.

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