Deleterious Materials Flashcards
1
Q
What are the dangers of lead and where can it be found?
A
Lead is neurotoxic when inhaled or ingested. It is hazardous when undertaking maintenance as lead dust can be inhaled. When preparing paintwork, lead surveys are a requirement for pre-construction information.
It’s typically found in pipework (contaminating water supplies), paints (banned in 1992) and brass fittings.
