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Lead Based Paint Inspection

A surface by surface inspection of each component (walls, doors, floors, windows, siding etc.) in home. This inspection is usually performed with an XRF device to test the multiple combinations of colour paints and varnishes on different substance materials. The inspection can only indicate the presence of lead based paint without any recommendations about how to manage the problem. A risk assessor can also perform this inspection.

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Lead Hazard Screening

This inspection includes a visual inspection for deteriorated paint, with testing by XRF or chip sample analysis of each deteriorated area, and a minimum of two dust samples for lab analysis. This is a precursor test to determine if lead based paint or lead dust hazard is found.

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Risk Assessment

This inspection includes a visual inspection for deteriorated paint, with testing by XRF or chip sample analysis of each deteriorated area, and dust wipe samples for lab analysis of the living areas where children may come in contact with dust. Pet areas are also to be tested. All information is used to develop a report on the short and long term options to manage the risk of living in the home. Rough cost estimates are to be included in the report to help evaluate the options.

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Clearance Test

This is a visual inspection of the interim or abatement controls that were implemented to limit the lead hazard. Dust wipe samples are usually the primary means for measuring the effectiveness of the control and require3d cleaning.

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Interim Control: Any method that is used to control the lead hazard that will last for less than 20 years. Interim controls should be followed up with a Clearance Test repeated on a scheduled regular basis to evaluate the effectiveness of the interim control.
Abatement: Any method that is used to stop or control the lead hazard and that will last for more than 20 years. Abatement can include any or all of the following procedures; encapsulation, enclosure, replacement, removal.
Encapsulation: This is a paint coating to contain the LBP. The condition of the substrate and the adhesion of the underlying paint may have to be wet scraped or wet sanded to be prepared for encapsulation.
Enclosure: A mechanically attached covering that protects the leaded surface. Examples of this method include sheet-rock, panelling and siding. Enclosure methods may pose re-contamination risk if remodelling is ever performed.
Replacement: Replacement of components that are lead dust generators are most often the items that fall into this category. Stair treads, drawers and cabinets all have aspects of friction, abrasion and impacts that may require some control measures.
Removal: Sometimes the lead contamination can only be controlled by physical removal or restrictions to access the contaminated area. Deteriorated lead paint, carpet and soil most often fall into this category. The paint to be removed is considered toxic waste and disposed of in a regulated manner.

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