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- Lead Hazard Reduction Program - TN. gov
Lead is a toxic metal used for many years in products found in and around our homes Although lead-based paint was banned for use in residential structures in 1978, deterioration of old buildings, remodeling and renovation of older houses, and lead in dust and soil result in a continuing health threat — especially for young children
- Healthy Homes - Lead - TN. gov
Lead-based paint – A common source of lead exposure in young children is deteriorating paint found in older homes and buildings Soil – Soil can be contaminated by exterior lead paint chips and dust, past use of lead-based insect sprays, or remodeling projects
- Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program - TN. gov
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program About Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention For Parents For Providers Data and Statistics
- Tennessee Department of Health Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention . . .
Plan Overview This plan was prepared by the Tennessee Department of Health, Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) encourages each state to develop a screening plan based on state-specific data This document summarizes the clinical recommendations and tools for a more targeted approach to childhood lead screening in Tennessee
- Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint Regulations - TN. gov
In addition, Tennessee's Lead-Based Paint Abatement Rule requires the distribution of Pre-Renovation Education prior to renovations in target housing and child-occupied facilities
- Blood Lead Levels - TN. gov
Blood Lead Levels Infectious agent: N A Description of illness: Lead poisoning is a serious environmental threat to children’s health There is no safe blood lead level Elevated blood lead levels can impact the central nervous system, affect the body’s production of hemoglobin, and interfere with the body’s ability to use calcium
- Lead and Copper Rule - TN. gov
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions On December 16, 2021, EPA announced the next steps to strengthen the regulatory framework on lead in drinking water During the next two years, TDEC will be incorporating new rules regulating lead and copper The first compliance milestone with the revisions is the Lead Service Line Inventory (LSLI)
- Drinking Water Lead Testing - TN. gov
Free Drinking Water Lead Testing for Schools and Child Care Centers The Lead Testing in Schools and Child Care Centers (LTSCC) Program is a free, voluntary program offered by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) to help reduce childhood lead exposure The LTSCC Program offers free lead in drinking water testing to eligible facilities, including Tennessee Department
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