How to Protect Children from Pesticide and Lead Poisoning

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Always store out of reach.

   Pesticides and other household chemicals, including chlorine bleach, should be kept out of children's reach–preferably in a locked cabinet at all times when not in use.
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   Step 2: Read the label first!

   Pesticide products, household cleaning products, and pet products can be dangerous or ineffective if too much or too little is used. ,,, Always use household products in child-resistant packaging. ,,, If you plan to remodel or renovate, get your home tested.
   
   Don’t try to remove lead paint yourself. , In the USA, sellers and landlords must disclose known lead hazards in houses or apartments built before
   1978.
   
   Check the laws of your own jurisdiction for supporting provisions if you are not in the USA. , There are no visible symptoms of lead poisoning, and children may suffer behavior or learning problems as a result of exposure to lead hazards. , Regularly clean floors, window sills, and other surfaces to reduce possible exposure to lead and pesticide residues.
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   Step 3: Before applying pesticides or other household chemicals

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   Step 4: remove children and their toys

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   Step 5: as well as pets

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   Step 6: from the area.

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   Step 7: Keep children and pets away until the pesticide has dried or as long as is recommended on the label.

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   Step 8: If your use of a pesticide or other household chemical is interrupted (perhaps by a phone call)

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   Step 9: properly reclose the container and remove it from children’s reach.

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    Step 10: Never transfer pesticides to other containers that children may associate with food or drink(like soda bottles)

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    Step 11: and never place rodent or insect baits where small children can get to them.

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    Step 12: When applying insect repellents to children

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    Step 13: read all directions first; do not apply over cuts

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    Step 14: wounds

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    Step 15: or irritated skin; do not apply to eyes

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    Step 16: or directly on the face; and use just enough to cover exposed skin or clothing

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    Step 17: but do not use under clothing.

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    Step 18: Many homes built before 1978 in the USA have lead-based paint.

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    Step 19: Ask about lead when buying or renting a home.

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    Step 20: Get your child tested for lead.

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    Step 21: Wash children’s hands

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    Step 22: and bottles often.

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