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Download full textCongress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Subcommittee on Elementary, Secondary, and Vocational Education. – 1993
This document presents transcripts of testimony on provisions related to schools in the Lead Exposure Reduction Act of 1992 (H.R. 5730). Statements are presented by: (1) James Murphy, Superintendent of Schools, Bayonne, New Jersey, and Legislative Chairperson, American Association of School Administrators; (2) Vaughn Barber, Law Department,…
Descriptors: Child Welfare, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Standards, Federal Legislation
Alliance to End Childhood Lead Poisoning, Washington, DC. – 1993
This framework sets forth detailed proposals that are crucial to eliminating the epidemic of childhood lead poisoning in the United States. Private housing units can and must be made lead-safe, and this framework is designed to achieve that goal through specific requirements for property owners, a workable schedule, and mechanisms that reinforce…
Descriptors: Child Health, Children, Compliance (Legal), Design Requirements
Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC. Office of Water Programs. – 1989
The purpose of this manual is to assist school officials by providing information on the effects of lead in school drinking water on children, how to detect the presence of lead, how to reduce the lead, and how to provide training for sampling and remedial programs. A protocol is provided for procedures to determine the location and source of lead…
Descriptors: Drinking Water, Educational Facilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Standards
Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC. Office of Pesticide Programs. – 1987
This guide provides suggestions on pest control and safety rules for pesticide use at home. Pest prevention may be possible by modification of pest habitat: removal of food and water sources, removal or destruction of pest shelter and breeding sites, and good horticultural practices that reduce plant stress. Nonchemical alternatives to pesticides…
Descriptors: Consumer Education, Family Environment, First Aid, Food
Keller, Rosanne – 1980
One of a series of instructional materials produced by the Literacy Council of Alaska, this booklet provides information about food poisoning. Using a simplified vocabulary and shorter sentences, it explains the various kinds of food poisoning, how people get food poisoning, and how to prevent it. (FL)
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Food, Health Education
Center for Disease Control (DHEW/PHS), Atlanta, GA. – 1978
The purpose of this statement by the Center for Disease Control is to reflect new data available from clinical, epidemiological and experimental studies by making revised recommendations regarding the screening, diagnosis, treatment, and followup of children with undue lead absorption and lead poisoning. The ultimate preventive goal is…
Descriptors: Children, Clinical Diagnosis, Guides, Health Conditions
Minnesota State Dept. of Health, St. Paul. – 2000
This manual was designed to assist Minnesota's schools in minimizing the consumption of lead in drinking water by students and staff. It offers step-by-step instructions for testing and reducing lead in drinking water. The manual answers: Why is lead a health concern? How are children exposed to lead? Why is lead a special concern for schools? How…
Descriptors: Child Health, Child Safety, Drinking Water, Elementary Secondary Education
Lipnickey, Susan Cross – Health Education (Washington D.C.), 1981
Each year approximately 200 children die of lead poisoning. Especially vulnerable to the toxic effects of lead poisoning are the nervous system, kidneys, and the bones. Physiological effects of lead on the school-age child, screening processes, and roles of school personnel in dealing with suspected victims of lead poisoning are discussed. (JN)
Descriptors: Child Neglect, Health Education, Lead Poisoning, Minority Group Children
Peer reviewedFeely, Herta – PTA Today, 1993
A collection of suggestions for making camping trips safe for children and their families focus on hiking safety, water safety, poison prevention; and cooking safety (campfires, portable stoves, and food tips). (SM)
Descriptors: Accident Prevention, Camping, Child Health, Child Welfare
Gursky, Daniel – Teacher Magazine, 1991
Many teachers unknowingly breathe air and drink water with low levels of harmful material. Exposure over the years may present significant health risks. This article examines the problems of indoor air pollution, pesticides, asbestos, lead in drinking water, and radon. Each section includes sources for further information. (SM)
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Asbestos, Environmental Standards, Guidelines
Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC. – 1998
Noting the health risks posed by lead exposure, especially for children under age 6, this guide provides U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommendations on how individuals can reduce the risk of lead exposure and prevent lead poisoning. These recommendations range from simple steps that can be done immediately to more rigorous…
Descriptors: Child Health, Child Welfare, Children, Family Environment
McKeague, Kevin J. – School Business Affairs, 1994
Discusses the following issues: (1) implications of the Americans with Disabilities Act; (2) Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act regulations; (3) new lead guidelines; (4) requirements regarding underground storage tanks; (5) potential indoor air quality requirements; and (6) Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines. (MLF)
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Asbestos, Compliance (Legal), Disabilities
Rochow, K. W. James – 1994
The current approach to dealing with childhood lead poisoning has led to repeated diagnoses of poisoning because such children are treated and then returned to their hazardous environments. This handbook describes in detail the program requirements for effective childhood lead poisoning prevention programs at the local level based on the…
Descriptors: Change Strategies, Child Health, Children, Cooperative Programs
Illinois State Dept. of Public Health, Springfield. – 1992
These Illinois guidelines provide information on the medical management and treatment of children with lead poisoning, based on Federal guidelines (revised in 1991) for determining lead poisoning at lower levels. The guidelines outline the effects of lead poisoning, sources of lead, estimated incidence of lead poisoning in Illinois, screening…
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Clinical Diagnosis, Incidence, Intervention
Peer reviewedValinoti, Eileen – PTA Today, 1994
The number of accidental deaths and injuries could be reduced if more children knew how to identify potentially dangerous situations, respond effectively to emergencies, and properly treat common injuries. Parents must teach their children self-care and safety skills, demonstrating, guiding, and praising the children as they practice the skills.…
Descriptors: Accident Prevention, Child Health, Child Safety, Elementary Education
