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Lead poisoning occurs when lead builds up in the body over time, often through exposure to lead-based paint, contaminated dust, soil, water, or older plumbing materials. Homes built before 1978 are at the greatest risk because lead-based paint was commonly used before it was banned for residential use. As paint deteriorates, it creates lead dust and paint chips that can be inhaled or swallowed, especially by young children. Lead exposure can also come from certain imported products, old pipes, occupational exposure, and contaminated soil near roadways or industrial sites. Even small amounts of lead can be harmful, particularly to children, as it can affect brain development, learning, behavior, and overall health.
Lead Safe Realtor
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Lead exposure can cause serious health problems, especially for young children and pregnant women, including developmental delays, learning difficulties, and long-term health complications.
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Homes built before 1978 are more likely to contain lead-based paint, and common renovation activities can create dangerous lead dust if proper safety procedures are not followed.
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Realtors should encourage buyers, sellers, and renters to understand their rights under federal lead disclosure laws and connect families with lead-safe resources, inspections, and certified professionals when concerns arise
Lead Safe Parents and Caregivers
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Parents and caregivers should know that lead exposure can harm a child’s growth, behavior, and learning ability, even when no immediate symptoms are visible.
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Children can be exposed to lead through peeling paint, contaminated dust, soil, water, and certain household products, especially in homes built before 1978.
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Regular handwashing, cleaning surfaces to reduce dust, providing healthy meals rich in iron and calcium, and ensuring children receive recommended lead testing can help protect families from lead poisoning.
Lead Safe Tenant
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Tenants should know that landlords are required to disclose known lead-based paint hazards in homes built before 1978 and provide tenants with information about lead safety.
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Peeling paint, contaminated dust, and unsafe repair work can increase the risk of lead exposure, especially for young children and pregnant women living in older housing.
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Tenants can help protect their families by reporting maintenance concerns promptly, keeping living spaces clean to reduce dust, and seeking lead testing and community resources if they suspect exposure
Lead Safe Childcare Centers
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Childcare providers play an important role in protecting children from lead exposure by maintaining clean, safe environments and regularly reducing dust that may contain lead particles.
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Toys, drinking water, peeling paint, and soil around older buildings can all be potential sources of lead exposure, making routine safety checks and prevention practices essential.
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Childcare providers should educate families about the signs and risks of lead poisoning and connect them with local lead testing, prevention resources, and healthcare support when concerns arise.
Lead Safe Homeowners
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Homeowners should know that homes built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint, and deteriorating paint or unsafe renovations can create hazardous lead dust.
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Regular maintenance, prompt repair of peeling paint, and using EPA-certified contractors for renovation projects are important steps in preventing lead exposure in the home.
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Homeowners can protect their families by testing for lead hazards, maintaining clean living environments, and learning about available local resources and financial assistance programs for lead-safe repairs.
Lead Safe Landlord
- • Register eligible rental properties and obtain a Lead-Safe Certificate from the City of Toledo before renting.
• Hire approved lead professionals to inspect, address lead hazards, and renew certification as required by the ordinance.
• Provide tenants with required lead disclosures, maintain lead-safe conditions, and keep records of inspections, repairs, and certifications.
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Unleaded Symposium: July 23-24, 2026
Lucas County Main Library