Solving the lead dilemma

Journal Article · Sun Oct 01 00:00:00 EDT 1989 · Technology Review; (USA)

OSTI ID:5358028

Pollack, S ^[1]

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1. Conservation Law Foundation, Boston, MA (US)

This paper discusses the widespread problem of lead poisoning among children. The perils of deleading are addressed and several methods of deleading currently in use are detailed and analyzed. These include the traditional method of burning or sanding off leaded paint, the Baltimore Model involving extensive refabrication of infected dwellings, and encapsulation by which leaded surfaces in the home are covered to prevent the escape of lead dust.

• OSTI ID: 5358028
• Journal Information: Technology Review; (USA), Vol. 92:7; ISSN 0040-1692
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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