The Trail Area Health & Environment Program is a comprehensive, collaborative, science-based program to help keep children and families healthy and safe.
Lead can come from many sources…
This isn’t an exhaustive list. You can find out about lead in consumer products on the Government of Canada recalls and safety alerts page; search for Lead.
Actions to reduce the risk of lead exposure:
Wash your hands and wash your children’s hands especially before eating and after playing outdoors.
Eat foods that have enough iron and other vitamins and minerals. A person who eats a balanced, nutritious diet may absorb less lead. Eat at the table.
Keep your floors dust-free by vacuuming and damp-mopping often. Leave outside shoes at the door. Damp dust frequently, especially window ledges and countertops.
Keep outdoor play areas clean. Cover the sandbox when you are finished playing. Hose off patios, play equipment, and driveways often. Play on the grass and cover bare soil areas.
Renovate safely. Seal off the area of work, and clean well when complete. Keep children and pregnant women away if possible.
Helpful links
Activities for Kids
Wash Your Hands to Reduce Lead Exposure
After…
Playing with pets
Using the bathroom
Sneezing, blowing your nose & coughing
Playing outside
& Before…
Eating
