Lead Poisoning is Preventable
In Wisconsin, lead poisoning is most often linked to lead in the paint and varnish in our older homes. We say lead poisoning is typically a housing-based disease. Lead poisoning is caused by swallowing or breathing in dust from lead-based paint in older homes. This disease affects everyone—adults, pregnant women and our most vulnerable citizens—young children. Lead causes injury to the brain and other body systems and can last a lifetime and across generations. Fortunately, it is 100% preventable. Learn more by clicking on the bullets below.
Learn About Lead- What is lead poisoning?
- Where is lead found?
- Who is at risk?
- Effects of lead
- Prevent lead poisoning
- Get educational materials about lead
Protect Your Family- Test your child for lead
- Check and maintain your home
- Find a certified lead renovation company
- Before you buy or rent a home built before 1978
- Learn about other lead hazards
For Health Care Professionals- Learn about screening and testing for lead
- Intervention at the clinic level
- Monitor lead levels
- Coordinate care with public health
Become Lead Certified- Training and certification with lead-based paint
- Wisconsin Lead-Safe Renovation Rule
- Become a lead-certified individual or company
- Certification requirements for lead-based paint activities
Fix the Lead Hazards- Find a lead-certified company to fix hazards
- Hire a lead investigation company to identify lead hazards
- Find funds to fix lead hazards
- Understand what working "lead-safe" looks like
Training For Lead Disciplines- Locate a training class
- Find a state lead exam location
- Find a Wisconsin-accredited training provider
- Watch "hands-on" skills training
- Find forms and publications
For Public Health Professionals
Tools and Resources
Wisconsin Asbestos and Lead Database OnlineLast Revised: January 7, 2020
