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Childhood Lead Poisoning
Prevention
The EHD performs environmental investigations of possible
lead sources at the homes of children who have blood lead
levels exceeding those established by the State Department
of Health Services as part of the Public Health Services
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program contract.
These investigations include on-site inspections,
interviews with family members, X-ray Florescence (XRF)
testing of paint, dust, soil and water samples or sampling of other
non-environmental samples such as foreign home remedies, toys, food products, and hobby
materials. The
EHD notifies homeowners or occupants if significant
sources of lead are found, provides education, requires
remediation by an approved contractor, pursues
enforcement action when necessary, and conducts clearance
inspections. The EHD trains Family Practice resident
physicians on case investigations to promote the importance
of screening children for lead poisoning. The EHD also
maintains strong collaborative working relationships with
local, state and federal enforcement agencies.
| Authority: |
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
Program Contract as authorized by California Health
and Safety Code Section 105290. |
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| Funding: |
State Contract, General Fund. |
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| Clients/Customers: |
Children with elevated blood lead
levels and their families, Property Owners. |
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| Workload: |
Approximately 52 Cases per year |
For more information please contact:
Linda Turkatte, Lead Senior REHS
(209) 468-3912
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