COVID-19 Policy Statement Regarding EPA’s Lead-Based Paint Training and Certification Programs

• Read the Policy Statement.

EPA Actions Supporting the Federal Lead Action Plan

The Presidential Task Force on Environmental Health Risks and Safety Risks to Children released the Federal Lead Action Plan in December 2018 to help federal agencies work with stakeholders to reduce children's exposure to lead and improve children's health. 

• Read the Federal Lead Action Plan.
• Read the Federal Lead Action Plan Status Report.

Strengthened Dust-Lead Hazard Standards to Protect Children from Lead Exposure

• Read the press release.
• Read the final rule to tighten the dust-lead hazard standards for floor dust and window sills.

Important Pamphlets on Lead Hazards for Families, Child Care Providers, and Schools

• Protecting Children from Lead Exposures
• Protect Your Family from Lead in your Home (Real Estate Disclosure).
• Renovate Right: Important Lead Hazard Information for Families, Child Care Providers, and Schools.