children worldwide have lead poisoning (UNICEF)
deaths each year result from lead poisoning (WHO)
known safe level of lead in the human body (WHO)
Employees in the construction and remodeling sectors are frequently exposed to the risk of lead contamination. During renovations, they may come into contact with lead present in old paints, which spread in the air and on surfaces during the work. Lead is invisible and poses a significant health hazard to workers and their families if preventive measures are not taken.
As shown in the photos below, lead adheres to skin, shoes, clothing, and hair. Therefore, it can be easily transported home, risking the contamination of family members.
Hand tested after whipping a surface with lead dust
Shoe sole tested more than 48 hours after leaving a job site
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Contamination of employees’ homes: Renovating buildings that contain lead can pose significant health risks. During activities like sanding, lead dust can adhere to workers’ clothing. Without proper precautions, this lead dust can be transported home, potentially contaminating the workers’ living environment and exposing their families to harmful lead particles. To protect the health of workers and their families, make sure to identify potential lead hazards before beginning any renovation work.
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Employee’s Exposure to Lead: Employees in the construction and renovation industry are particularly exposed to lead hazards. Lead is harmful to adults. Before renovating, make sure the building does not contain lead and protect the health of your employees.
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Environment contamination: When sanding lead paint, lead dust will be spread in the environment (inside a building or outside). IMPORTANT: lead paint can be an old layer hidden by a new one. When sanding, this hidden lead paint will also make dust and spread around.
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Lead particles: When sanding lead paint, lead particles will spread in the air and contaminate the building itself but also the neighborhood.
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Community contamination: When renovation works are carried out, lead dust can contaminate not only the people occupying the building (if the works are carried out inside) but also passers-by (if the works are carried out outside).
“Lead (Pb) exposure in older homes primarily results from lead-based paints, which [is] a significant source of lead intoxication in children.” – National Institutes of Health (NIH)
It is important to identify the presence of lead before undertaking renovations, as it can be found in old paints layers. When the paint is disturbed during work, lead can break into chips and generate dust that easily spreads in the air and on surfaces.
This contamination poses a significant risk to occupants, workers, and their families (workers can take lead home with their contaminated clothing). Testing for lead is essential to reduce contamination risks and protect the health of the people potentially exposed during renovations.
At Lumetallix, we understand the importance of workplace safety. That’s why we’ve developed a kit that allows you to identify lead in just seconds. In older buildings, lead can be found in pain, on pipes and furniture. Prevent unnecessary risks and ensure a safe working environment by testing any paint layer before renovation.
Our kit offers you the ability to perform around 400 tests without having to invest in expensive XRF analyzers. Our reagent can detect lead from 500 ppm. Developed at the AMOLF Research Institute (Amsterdam, The Netherlands), our innovative technology has been extensively tested around the world, ensuring its reliability.
With Lumetallix, protect your employees, their families, and communities from lead exposure.
1. Uncover older underlying lead-based paint layer
Use a cutter or a knife to uncover older paint layers. Lead can be hidden under the newest paint layers and be sanded off during renovations.
2. Turn on the LeadLight
Turn on the LeadLight. The wall reflects to blue/purple color of the UV.
3. Spray the reagent
Make sure to spray the reagent on each paint layer. If it lights up green, the paint contains lead.
“With experts estimating that half of the US population has been exposed to adverse lead levels in early childhood, using an accurate testing method to ensure the safety of my clients is a top priority. I’ve been proactively searching for a better solution since the EPA introduced the RRP rule in April 2010. I’ve tried several products for lead detection, and Lumetallix hits the nail on the head. It’s the easiest, and most effective product available on the market today for detecting lead.”
With a lead certification
- Set up security signs and barriers to inform people.
- Cover or remove the furniture to protect them from lead dust.
- Establish interior or exterior containment to limit lead dust exposure to people.
- Use personal protective equipment to protect your health.
- Minimize dust by using suitable tools and protections.
- Keep the contaminated clothes and items away from your home to avoid contaminating your family.
- Control the wastes and separate them to prevent the release of dust and debris.
- Regularly clean the surfaces to limit lead contamination.
- Check the cleaning procedure and make sure there is no lead remaining.
Without lead certification
Call on a certified lead abatement company (USA and Canada) to remove lead.
Everyone deserves to work in an environment free from toxic lead. Together, let’s prevent transferrable lead from work to home!
Reviews
Victoria
01:34 04 May 24
Before Lumetallix was invented, there wasn't a way for people without an XRF gun to test consumer products for lead.I became lead aware after Corelle admitted that its pre-2005 dishes had lead (except for the plain white dishes--those are safe). I was really concerned about exposing my kids (and myself) to lead. I had no way to know which of my dishes were safe. I put away mugs and dishes that I thought could have lead, but I wanted to know for sure. So, I'm so grateful for this product! I bought a Lumetallix kit and tested a ton of my stuff at home.Using the test, I identified lead in:a Starbucks mug and soooo many promo mugsmy Wedgwood Peter Rabbit porringer :(the white logo on my Bodum glass beakerthe lid of a pill box from IrelandTo test for lead using Lumetallix, just spray (or drip) some of the test liquid on your item, then see if that creates a green glow using the included UV flashlight. The test can detect lead down to 500 ppm.People can post photos on the Lumetallix website of what they've found glowing using the test. It is so surprising what people have found that contains lead--bathtubs, dumbbells, yoga mats, vintage Pyrex mixing bowls, tire swings, Tiffany lamps, beer glasses, door/cabinet knobs.I highly recommend buying this test to see if your stuff contains lead. I tested so much of my stuff that I ran out of the test liquid, and I just ordered a refill 2 days ago. It is definitely worth the money to have the peace of mind, knowing whether your things are safe or leaded.Shipping from the Netherlands (where the company is based) to Canada took 8 calendar days.5/5 Cannot recommend highly enough
msu mom88
23:20 10 Mar 24
An absolute MUST-HAVE for any family! Thanks to Lumetallix I started completely clearing my household of tons of lead products...I had no idea the amount of exposure to my children, pets and family!
Brian Florea
12:56 10 Dec 23
I ordered the Lumetallix Test Kit, and it exceeded my expectations. The ease of use and accurate results make it an excellent value. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to safeguard their health from lead contamination.
