All News Releases By Date

Renovators and Contractors Invited to Free One-Day Workshop on Safe Lead Removal

Release Date: 04/11/2008
Contact Information: Donna Heron 215-814-5113 / heron.donna@epa.gov

PHILADELPHIA (April 11, 2008) – Contractors, renovators, remodelers – anyone who works in the construction trades – can benefit from EPA’s one-day lead-based paint training program to be held on April 22 at its mid-Atlantic office, 1650 Arch St., Philadelphia, Pa

This free course, offered on Earth Day 2008, is geared toward those who work in state and municipal agencies, community and social service organizations, home or code inspectors as well as contractors. The course will benefit rehabbers and craftsmen who work as drywallers, painters, carpenters and the general homeowner handyman

Lead is a toxic metal that was used for many years in products found in and around our homes including lead-based paint. Lead may cause a range of health effects, from behavioral problems and learning disabilities, to seizures and death. Children six years old and under are most at risk.

Those interested in attending this free class must register in advance. For registration or more information on the class, go to: www.leadsafetraining.org

For additional information on lead, go to: www.epa.gov/lead