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Posted by David Nebenzahl on April 7, 2008, 12:55 pm
On 4/7/2008 8:12 AM Pat spake thus:
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>> Anyone know where to get lead testing kits? I have in mind something I
>> can use to test surfaces or pieces of material (for example, chipped
>> paint) for lead. Something fairly reliable but not super-expensive (this
>> isn't an OHSA operation after all). This would be a service for my
>> customers, to let them know for sure whether their walls/kitchen
>> drawers/whatever are a potential lead hazard.
>>
>> Helpful replies appreciated.
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> Good that you want to do that, but just a few comments.
>
> First off, get yourself certified to do the lead work. Most training
> is free. Go to HUD.gov and read their info from the Office of Lead
> Hazard Control http://www.hud.gov/offices/lead/
>
> The training is important so you don't create a bigger problem than
> you solve once you start ripping things apart. Quick example: how do
> you drill a hole through a plaster wall to install a wire or pipe
> without putting dust into the air. Answer: Cover the area with
> shaving cream. Seriously. No dust, no problem.
>
> Secondly, I'm not sure if you can legally take lead samples "for hire"
> without being certified as a lead risk assessor. You should check
> into that.
>
> Finally, most gov't have a not-for-profit working in the area that
> does lead work. If you take samples (tape and a knife) and bring them
> in, they will usually send them to a lab for a nominal fee and get
> real results.
Thanks; you've given me some good stuff to think about. I do take this
seriously, so maybe I'll try to get that training.
--
The best argument against democracy is a five-minute
conversation with the average voter.
- Attributed to Winston Churchill
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