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Childcare providers - Lead Safe Illinois
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Information en español. This section provides more information to help childcare providers understand the laws related to lead hazards. This section also provides materials to inform parents and children about lead hazards and lead poisoning prevention. The law also requires childcare providers to distribute What You Should Know About Exposure to Lead. Lead poisoning prevention educational materials for kids. Loyola law students worked with grade school children from Avery Coonley School to create a chil...
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Laws - Lead Safe Illinois
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Information en español. Several local, state and federal laws aim to reduce and eliminate lead hazards and poisoning. Illinois and local lead laws. The Benchbook, developed by the Loyola Civitas ChildLaw Center's Policy Institute, summarizes and compiles Chicago, Illinois and federal laws on lead poisoning. Several federal laws exist to raise awareness and protect families from exposure to lead from paint, dust, and soil. Illinois and local lead laws. EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP).
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Publications - Lead Safe Illinois
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Information en español. Benchbook on lead paint poisoning. The Benchbook, developed by the Loyola Civitas ChildLaw Center's Policy Institute, summarizes and compiles Chicago, Illinois and federal laws on lead poisoning. EPA's Lead Safe Certified Guide to Renovate Right: Brochure. Navigating the Trial Process: A Manual for Lead Inspectors and Risk Assessors. Advocacy and government organizations. Additional information for…. The do's and don'ts of home renovation. What to look for in a lead contractor.
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Informacion en español - Lead Safe Illinois
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Information en español. Informacion en español. Lo Que Debe Conocer Todo Proveedor Conocer Sobre El Plomo. Iquest;Existe Plomo En Mi Agua Potable? Guía sobre intoxicaciones durante el embarazo. Sample Lead Disclosure Form for Sellers in Spanish. Sample Lead Disclosure Form for Renters in Spanish. Lo que Todo Padre Debe Saber del Plomo. Envenenamiento con plomo durante la infancia. Additional information for…. The do's and don'ts of home renovation. What to look for in a lead contractor.
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Tenants - Lead Safe Illinois
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Information en español. Tenants living in houses or apartments built before 1978 must be given information before they sign a lease informing them about all known lead hazards in a home or apartment. Tenants must also be given educational materials about lead. This information is required by federal law. Tenants have the right to live in a safe and clean home. To learn more about tenants' rights, view the Metropolitan Tenants Organization presentation. A blood lead level at or above 20 µg/dL, or. If a le...
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Lead facts - Lead Safe Illinois
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Information en español. Ripple effects of childhood lead poisoning. In addition to causing health and behavioral problems in children, lead poisoning may also result in serious costs to both a child s future and to society. Sources of lead poisoning. Lead laws ban lead in residential paint, but lead hazards still exist in and around many homes built before 1978. Lead poisoning is preventable. Properly identifying and removing lead hazards before a child is exposed to them prevents lead poisoning.
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Testing for lead poisoning - Lead Safe Illinois
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Information en español. Testing for lead poisoning. Testing your child's blood for lead is the best way to tell if there's lead in his or her body. But remember that the best protection is to prevent your child from being lead poisoned in the first place. Information about blood lead testing is available from healthcare providers (doctors and health clinics) and public health departments. What is blood lead testing? How much does it cost and where is blood lead testing available? Or zip code) are conside...
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Illinois and local laws - Lead Safe Illinois
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Information en español. Illinois and local laws. The Lead Poisoning Prevention Act of 2006. Sets out measures that will help prevent children from becoming poisoned. These measures:. Protect children most at risk of harm from lead by:. Requiring lead inspections in units and common areas of buildings when a child under three years of age has a lead level lower than the level that currently triggers an inspection, and. Requiring products children use, eat, or wear to be lead-safe. Requiring state agencies...
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Ripple effects of childhood lead poisoning - Lead Safe Illinois
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Information en español. Ripple effects of childhood lead poisoning. In addition to causing health and behavioral problems in children, lead poisoning may result in serious costs to both a child s future and to society. Move your mouse over each effect to learn more. Download. Lead Poisoning and Learning Fact Sheet. Fact Sheet - Effects of Lead on Children. Lead Poisoning, Behavior Problems, and Violence. Lead in the blood is linked to symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Childhood...
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About us - Lead Safe Illinois
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Information en español. Is a campaign to eliminate lead poisoning in Illinois by raising awareness and advocating for legislation and policy reform to prevent childhood lead poisoning. The campaign works with several lead-safe community initiatives throughout the state to eliminate childhood lead poisoning. Policy Institute, a part of Loyola University Chicago School of Law. The Policy Institute. Staff is available at any time to talk on issues related to lead poisoning, prevention and safety.
