Surfaces coated with lead paint pose a serious risk to human health. In children, the risks and effects of lead poisoning are greater. Because of this, the practice of removing lead paint from surfaces has become highly regulated. Within short periods of time, lead level standards established by agencies such as OSHA and HUD have become, and continue to become, much more stringent.
Faced with these quickly evolving, ever tightening standards, owners of commercial, residential, industrial and other facilities may be potentially more vulnerable to charges of excessive lead levels within their building environments. Indifference to this vulnerability, or improper removal of lead-coated surfaces, can result in stiff financial penalties. In cases where lead poisoning can be traced directly to the building environment, owners can face more severe consequences.
How Yankee Fiber Removes Lead Quickly And Safely.
Attempting to remove lead paint from surfaces using improper equipment or procedures serves only to magnify the health risks. Dust and fumes containing lead that are normally kicked up by the removal process must be contained and disposed of safely.
Yankee Fiber Control uses a variety of methods and technology to cost-effectively remove lead from commercial, industrial, institutional and other facilities and structures with minimal disruption in operations and without risk to the inhabitants' or the removing experts' health.
Vacuum Blasting.
Vacuum blasting employs a hand-held device designed to dislodge lead paint from a metal or concrete surface. A containment "shroud" attached to a HEPA-filtered vacuum completely encases the device - preventing lead dust and fumes from entering the environment. Shot blasting using the HEPA-filtered vacuum is also effective.
Contained Blasting.
This permits the use of a range of abrasive blasting media in a fully contained, HEPA-filtered, negative-pressure environment. These include aluminum oxide (black beauty), sand or recyclable steel shot. Technicians wear specialized suits and respirators designed to protect them from lead dust and debris.
Chemical Stripping.
This is used to remove lead from a variety of surfaces including wood, plastic, metal and concrete without damaging the surface. It is used in small-scale removal projects and where other methods may be impractical.
24-Hour Service And Applications Assistance.
Yankee Fiber is on call 24 hours a day for emergency service. Our applications technicians are ready to handle your lead removal problem with expert advice and timely response. For more details or for immediate applications assistance, call: 1-800-729-5559
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