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Asbestos/Lead Survey and Analysis

Lead Poisoning: People have known for a long time that exposure to lead is dangerous. Lead poisoning can cause anemia. It can also damage the brain and nervous system, resulting in learning disabilities.

The risks are greater for children than for adults, because children’s growing bodies are able to absorb lead more easily. Even small amounts of dust containing lead are dangerous to infants and children. Lead taken in by mothers-to-be can also pose a danger to the health of unborn children. In such cases, you should remove the paint following very specific guidelines... Homeowners should consider hiring experts to do the job...

Excerpt from Health Canada's newsletter "It's Your Health"
February 2003

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