Lead is a toxic metal that was used for many years in products found in and around our homes. Lead also can be emitted into the air from motor vehicles and industrial sources, and lead can enter drinking water from plumbing materials. Lead may cause a range of health effects, from behavioral problems and learning disabilities to seizures and death. Children six years old and younger are most at risk.
Common renovation activities like sanding, cutting, and demolition can create hazardous lead dust and chips by disturbing lead-based paint, which can be harmful to adults and children.
Environmental Health Services staff conduct investigations of homes to identify potential sources of lead poisoning involving children with an elevated blood lead level. Referrals can be made by calling 970-400-6415.
EPA: Building Manager's Brochure(PDF, 607KB)
EPA: Contractor's Fact Sheet(PDF, 951KB)
EPA: Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Program
EPA: Accredited Lead-based Paint Trainer Search
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
CDC: Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
Environmental Protection Agency: Lead
Rocky Mountain Region Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit
Lead Safe America
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development