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Baltimore has a lead poisoning (Plumbism) problem. It is not necessarily just a lead-based paint problem; even though legacy lead paint is a contributing factor to this problem. Despite strenuous efforts to remove lead (Pb) from gasoline, plumbing systems and paint, Baltimoreans are still exposed to lead from airborne dust, drinking water, soil, toys, ceramics, pottery, home remedies, jewelry, etc.
With respect to lead-based paint it is important to know that "uninterrupted" lead-based paint, in and of itself, is not considered hazardous to the human body. It is, in fact, "interrupted" lead paint [ i.e., chipped, peeled, cracked, leaded dust, etc.] that is ingested or inhaled into the human body that can be harmful.
This is particularly the case for children ages 0 to 6 years, since they can retain significant lead they inget or inhale. The human body is relatively inefficient in excreting lead.
Because lead (Pb) is not able to dissolve in water or biodegrade, dissipate, decay, or burn, it is very much harmful to the human body. It is estimated that at least 10 million metric tons of legacy lead residue is in earth's environment.
Landlords should be aware that Baltimore residential units (houses and apartments) built before 1978 has a good chance of containing lead-based paint. In 1978, the Federal government banned consumer/residential uses of lead-containing paint.. Therefore, landlords for these pre-1978 built properties should be vigilant and consistent with MAINTENANCE with certified lead-safe professionals, NOTICE to tenants, and RECORD-KEEPING with respect to their residential units.
As a start, landlords must comply with the Federal government's Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992, commonly known as TITLE X, which was enacted in an attempt to reduce the number of lead-poisoning victims in the United States. Title X is enforced by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and it enforces regulations related to rental property units that were constructed before 1978.
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