Lead

EPA's Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (RRP Rule) requires that firms performing renovation, repair, and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in homes, child care facilities and pre-schools built before 1978 have their firm certified by EPA (or an EPA authorized state), use certified renovators who are trained by EPA-approved training providers and follow lead-safe work practices.

Children under six years old and pregnant women are most susceptible to the risks of lead. according to the EPA , the health risks for these two groups include:

Children:

Even low levels of lead in the blood of children can result in:

Behavior and learning problems
Lower IQ and Hyperactivity
Slowed growth
Hearing Problems
Anemia

In rare cases, ingestion of lead can cause seizures, coma and even death.

Pregnant Women:

Lead can accumulate in our bodies over time, where it is stored in bones along with calcium. During pregnancy, lead is released from bones as maternal calcium and is used to help form the bones of the fetus. This is particularly true if a woman does not have enough dietary calcium. Lead can also cross the placental barrier exposing the fetus the lead. This can result in serious effects to the mother and her developing fetus, including:

Reduced growth of the fetus
Premature birth

Relion Environmental is an EPA certified lead renovator that is committed to your family's safety. If your home or business was built before 1978, give us a call to see how we can help toll free 1-877-878-8057