Tips For Those Who Work With Lead

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If you are in an industry dealing in various processes of lead or if your hobby involves exposure to lead, it is essential to give importance to the following points to avoid lead poisoning.

If you are in lead laden atmosphere, thoroughly wash your hands before you touch any food.

Avoid taking in any drink in such an atmosphere

Find out from the employer, the guidelines for protection from lead poisoning given by the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). For more information, refer to the section ‘Other Places to Get Help’ in the topic ‘Lead Poisoning’.

After your work, before entering the car, if possible have a shower bath. Change clothes, shoes etc. This will prevent lead particles being transferred to your house. If you have the facility of washing the clothes at work spot, make use of it. Otherwise arrange to wash your clothes separately, without mixing with the clothes of others in the house.

The same as above is applicable if you are engaged in a hobby with exposure to lead.

Author: Debby Golonka, MPH

Editor: Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA

Associate Editor: Pat Truman, MATC

Primary Medical Reviewer: Michael J. Sexton, MD – Pediatrics

Specialist Medical Reviewer: R. Steven Tharrat, MD, MPVM, FACP, Pulmonology, Critical Care, Medical Toxicology.