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American School Board Journal, 1979
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Poisoning, Safety, School Buses
Black, Susan – American School Board Journal, 2001
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that more than 1 million children ages 5 and under are afflicted with unsafe amounts of lead. Schools can be a source of lead poisoning. Other sources include playgrounds near freeways, playground equipment, contaminated soil, and technology rooms with lead-bearing supplies. Sidebars…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Elementary Education, Health Conditions, Health Materials
Natale, Jo Anna – American School Board Journal, 1991
Recent research shows lead poisoning is more widespread and even more dangerous to infants and young children than previously thought. A bill proposed in Congress would require schools and day-care centers to test for lead. Summarizes lead's health hazards and how to test drinking water. (MLF)
Descriptors: Compliance (Legal), Drinking Water, Early Childhood Education, Educational Facilities
Abend, Allen C. – American School Board Journal, 1989
Lead poisoning from lead in paint, water, air, and dust and soil is a hazard to young people. School officials should survey all buildings for lead in drinking water, building paint, and art supplies and instructional materials. Federal assistance is available. Telephone numbers are listed. (MLF)
Descriptors: Construction Materials, Drinking Water, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Standards
