FACTS

1. Inhalation During Work: Cutting, sanding, or demolishing lead-painted surfaces can release airborne lead dust that workers inhale during renovation or industrial tasks.
2. Hand-to-Mouth Transfer: Handling lead-containing materials without gloves or eating/drinking on the job can result in accidental ingestion of toxic particles.
3. Contaminated Clothing: Wearing work clothes home without changing or laundering separately can expose family members to lead dust.
4. Improper Respiratory Protection: Not using approved respirators during demolition, painting, or battery recycling allows lead particles to be inhaled directly.
5. Inadequate Ventilation: Performing lead-related tasks in enclosed spaces without proper exhaust or filtration systems increases airborne concentrations.
6. Poor Housekeeping: […]

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