Dust entry

Lead-contaminated household dust

Household dust contaminated by lead-based paint deterioration, renovation, or other lead sources.

Airborne form

dust

The form describes what is suspended in air at the point of exposure. A material can produce more than one form, such as dust during handling and fume during heating.

Health effects

lead exposurebrain and nervous-system harmslowed growth and developmentlearning and behavior problemshearing and speech problemschildhood poisoning concern

Evidence

CDC states that lead-based paint and lead-contaminated dust can expose young children to lead and that deteriorating paint can produce lead paint chips and dust.

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Overview

Lead-based paint and lead-contaminated dust can cause lead exposure for young children. When the paint peels and cracks, it makes lead paint chips and dust.

Controls

repair or contain lead hazards through qualified professionals
prevent dust during renovation
wet cleaning
hand washing
keep children away from renovation areas
follow local lead-safety guidance