Transferrable Contamination
Transferrable Contamination: From Work to Home
Employees in the construction and remodeling sectors are frequently exposed to the risk of lead contamination. During renovations, they may come into contact with lead present in old paints , which spread in the air and on surfaces during the work. Lead is invisible and poses a significant health hazard to workers and their families if preventive measures are not taken.
As shown in the photos below, lead adheres to skin, shoes, clothing, and hair . Therefore, it can be easily transported home , risking the contamination of family members.
Hand tested after whipping a surface with lead dust
Shoe sole tested more than 48 hours after leaving a job site