This article was published in Environmental Geochemistry and Health (1996). It summarizes the approach and studies from the first 5-years of the Trail Lead Task Force. The Task Force had responsibility for developing a strategy to reduce children’s blood lead levels in Trail. With funding from the provincial government, the smelting company and the municipal government, […]
This presentation describes Teck’s application for an amendment to the Trail Operations Air Permits. This is in the pre-application phase to ENV and there is a requirement for a public notification process. At the November 28th, 2024, THEC meeting, Teck Trail Operations provided background on the permit amendment application to the group.
This document shows the results of the blood lead testing that occurred in the fall of 2013.
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In 2013, a review of data for Trail was performed by the BC Center for Disease Control. IBD-related hospitalizations, physician visits and medication prescriptions for 2007-2011 were found to be higher for Trail residents, compared with several other communities, Interior Health and BC.
Trail IBD Summary 2013 Read More »
We have a new opportunity for Contractors to set the example of being lead safe. If you are a contractor that works in the Trail Area, become a Trail Area Lead Safe Contractor in a few simple steps: Watch our Lead Safe Reno Videos to see how simple Lead Safe Renovation really is (you are
If you are hiring a contractor, you want the job done right. For anyone hiring a contractor, you can use our checklist: What to Expect from Your Contractor as a guide to understand what a Lead safe contractor will do for you. Be sure to watch the Lead Safe Renovation Videos – “Made In Trail”!
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Name: Rob WoroszPhone: 250-368-1433Phone: 250-362-3375Services: Excavation, Landscaping, ConstructionWebsite: www.alpinecontracting.com Name: Lance SiebertPhone: 250-231-9173Services: General Contracting, Renovation and Roofing Name: Ron’s Roofing Contact: Ron SperoPhone: 250-921-9328 Email: ronspero22@hotmail.comServices: Roofing repairs & maintenance
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Lance is a Trail Area Lead Safe Contractor (hyperlink to list of TALSCs) who demonstrates some tips for professionals in this video. This includes using HEPA tools and equipment and making sure workers stay safe on the job and go home healthy at the end of the day. This video will be relevant for contractors
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Roofing is a dusty job, especially old roofs with layers of old shingles. Watch Kolina and Tyler show the best ways to keep dust down on a roofing project, including using an outdoor misting station to suppress dust on the roof and beside the debris pile. “Made in Trail” Lead Safe Renovation Videos Video 1
Shelley-Anne and Kyle need to landscape their yard: their dog is digging up the lawn and they want a play space for their son, Miller. In this video, they show the best practices to keep dust down when excavating soil. The bottom line: watch the video and contact our office at 250 368-3256 or programs@thep.ca
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