Page 18 - Lake Roosevelt Forum 2020 Public Guide

Precautionary Measures
Metals in Contaminated Soil
People in contact with soil potentially contaminated with lead and other metals are encouraged to take precautionary measures to protect their health. These metals can enter the body when eaten or breathed, with young children being the most vulnerable. Concerned residents can consult their family physician.
EPA, Ecology, and the Northeast Tri County Health District advise residents to take the following precautionary measures:
INSIDE YOUR HOME
Remove or leave shoes outside your home to avoid tracking in polluted
soil.
Wash hands and face thoroughly after working or playing in the soil, especially before cooking and eating.
Use soap and water to wash –
avoid
hand
sanitizer.
Damp mop and wipe surfaces often
to control
dust.
Wash toddler toys and pacifiers often.
After working in areas you know or believe have lead pollution
in the soil, wash dirty clothes separately from other clothes.
Scrub vegetables and fruits with soap
and water,
or peel
them.
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Repair painted surfaces in homes. Homes built before 1980 may contain lead-based paint. Older paint flakes can be a source of lead.
Eat a balanced diet. Iron and calcium help keep lead from becoming a problem in the body.