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WARNING!
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extreme care should be taken when stripping paint. The peelings,
residue, and vapors of paint may contain lead, which is poisonous. Any pre-
1977 paint may contain lead and paint applied to homes prior to 1950 is likely to
contain lead. Once deposited on surfaces, hand to mouth contact can result in
the ingestion of lead. exposure to even low levels of lead can cause irreversible
brain and nervous system damage; young and unborn children are particularly
vulnerable.
LeAD-BASeD PAiNT SHOULD ONLY Be ReMOVeD BY A PROFeSSiONAL
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AND SHOULD NOT Be ReMOVeD BY USiNG A HeAT GUN. Before beginning
a paint removal process you should determine whether the paint you are
removing contains lead. This can be done by your local health department or by
a professional who uses a paint analyzer to check the lead content of the paint to
be removed.
People removing paint should follow these guidelines:
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indoors, keep the work area well ventilated. Open the windows and place an
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exhaust fan in one of them. Make sure the fan is moving the air from inside to
outside.
Remove or cover any carpets, rugs, furniture, clothing, and cooking utensils.
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Place a drop cloth in the work area to catch any paint chips or peelings.
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Wear protective clothing such as extra work shirts, overalls, and hats.
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Work in one room at a time. Furnishings should be removed or placed in the
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center of the room and covered. Work areas should be sealed off from the rest
of the dwelling by sealing doorways with drop cloths.
Children, pregnant or potentially pregnant women and nursing mothers should
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not be present in the work area until the work is done and all clean up is
complete.
Wear a dust respirator mask or a dual filter (dust and fume) respirator
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mask which has been approved by the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA), the National institute of Safety and Health (NiOSH), or
the United States Bureau of Mines. These masks and replaceable filters are
readily available at major hardware stores. Make sure the mask fits. Beards
and facial hair may keep masks from sealing properly. Change filters often.
DiSPOSABLe PAPeR MASKS ARe NOT ADeQUATe.
Use caution when operating the Heat Gun. Keep the Heat Gun moving, as
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excessive heat will generate fumes which can be inhaled by the operator.
Keep food and drink out of the work area. Wash hands, arms and face and
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rinse mouth before eating or drinking. Do not smoke or chew tobacco in the
work area.
When working with plastics, varnish, or similar materials, gases develop that
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are easily flammable and can lead to explosions. Be prepared for flames to
develop and keep suitable fire extinguishing means at hand.
