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. ~, Take precautions before your contractor or you begin remodeling or renovating any- thing that disturbs painted surfaces (such as scraping off paint or tearing out walls): ii' Have the area tested for lead-b.ued paint. ',~ Do not use a belt-sander, propane torch, high temperature heat gun, dry scraper, or dry sandpaper to remove lead-based paint. These actions create large amounts of lead dust and fumes. Lead dust can remain in your home long after the work is done. Temporarily move your family (espe- cially children and pregnant women) out of the apartment or house until the work is done and the area is prop- erly cleaned. If you can't move your family. at least completely seal off the work area. ;j, Follow other safety measures to reduce lead hazards. You can find out about other safety measures by calling l-8OQ-424-LEAD. Ask for the brochure "Reducing Lead Hazards When Remodeling Your Home." This brochure explains what to do before. during. and after renovations. If you have already completed renova- tions or remodeling that could have released lead-based paint or dust. get your young children tested and follow the steps outlined on page 7 of this brochure. ~ ,i f ~ 1 .j'i' " {\''1c'~_~n (-~'~f'i/)V4J'1.. . C .~;\i'\~ r'f.~*~,;~--'..:(~ h::"""d frnm )).ilh'lt ~~rH1 dtl!"ill" ihh) the "iT. "911 ~....~ --,-.~-.;; . -, ----------... ~ '~~~;./ r. '. -'1 ,',' , ~ '-, ,,-,-/ ", &:"\, I~' '"..,m ,', t~- : 'i ,-- ;00;, 1: . ...,.....-:;s~:. _r-- is'', ,.;/-,' ,~.-, ' .~ ~ ;~ jj;. ';" " ~-~?~" # ",'; -'-- "<', l