Reducing Exposure to Lead

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Reducing Exposure to Lead

  • Wash hands and face before eating, drinking, smoking, and/or applying cosmetics.
  • Eat, drink, and smoke only in designated areas free of lead dust and fumes.
  • Follow all safe work practices set by the site-specific regulations including using all proper personal protective equipment.
  • Do not disturb any lead dust with air, use wet cleaning a vacuum to be safer.
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