A December 16th Memo from the Michigan DHHS states that Lead-Based Paint and Dust Clearance Levels are set to change. Why the change? Because so many homes within the state were built before the 1978 legislation outlawing lead paint, Michigan opted to change its lead clearance levels to be more stringent. The state will now...Continue reading
Category: Hazardous Materials
Did you know that the drinking water in your child’s school is likely not regulated by the EPA?
The EPA is tasked with ensuring that Americans have clean air, land, and water. The EPA regulates drinking water for 8000 schools and childcare facilities in the US. That means the vast majority (roughly 600,000) of child-occupied facilities aren’t regulated. What’s in the water? The EPA set’s legal limits for 90 different contaminants, lead, and...Continue reading
Why the updated EPA lead regulations could cost you thousands-
And how ETC can help save your hard-earned cash! What is the EPA lead regulation? The EPA is the Environmental Protection Agency. Their mission is to help regulate and create laws that help to ensure health and human safety. They work to reduce environmental risks and lower the incidence of exposure and contamination. The EPA...Continue reading
Quora Questions Vol.2 : Does cement contain asbestos?
It can, but not all cement and concrete mixes do. While asbestos was once used in a whole slew of applications, usually it is – not- found in most poured concrete. (Most. There are always exceptions and one should always get a material tested before demolishing.). Asbestos was found in cement building materials such as...Continue reading
Detroit Lead Inspections – Full Compliance F.A.Q
Detroit Lead Paint Inspections for Rental Properties F.A.Q. Since January 1st, 2010, Detroit has required all Rental property owners to have a lead clearance for their properties before they can be rented out to the public. The wording of this ordinance is clear, but to people unfamiliar with lead safety it can also be really...Continue reading