Problems Associated with Lead Paint Removal in the Construction Industry

Abstract

This paper will investigate the need for special procedures required by Governmental regulations for the removal of lead paint. A historical background on lead paint and the associated health problems it has and can cause will be discussed in order to familiarize the reader with the grave circumstances of not correctly handling this from of hazardous waste. Various techniques of paint removal will be discussed along with complete paint removal to total paint encapsulation. The paper will not select the best overall method, as this is user dependent. However, the paper will offer the user/owner a selection of methods, each described in detail with comparative costs. It is up to the user/owner to select the appropriate method based on the future use of the structure and the money available for the project. The described methods in this paper will only assist in that selection.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1993
Accession Number
ADA268761

Entities

People

  • William H. Bensinger

Organizations

  • University of Florida

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Civil Engineering
  • Commerce
  • Construction
  • Digestive System Processes
  • Employment
  • Environment
  • Environmental Protection
  • Environmental Restoration And Remediation
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Health Services
  • Hygiene
  • Medical Personnel
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Protective Clothing
  • Protective Equipment
  • Waste Disposal Facilities
  • Waste Management

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  • Government and Public Administration Law.
  • Systems Analysis and Design