Led exposure in USA
What effects will it have on lifestyle and living conditions?
Cardiovascular consequences, such as elevated blood pressure and the occurrence of hypertension, can occur in adults who have been exposed to lead. Kidney function might also be affected. Problems with reproduction (in both men and women).
How are different groups of people affected?
Skin Exposure
If the product is broken, sharp items may pierce the coating and come into touch with the skin, causing minor laceration and/or abrasion.
Alteration/damage to the product can expose the user to extra unforeseeable and unpredictable risks, such as electrical hazards.
Eye Exposure
When eyes are exposed to strong light for an extended period of time, they may become injured.
Respiratory Exposure
If the product is pulverised, it may produce inhalable dust and particles.
Respirable particles, like any other particulate matter, can induce mechanical irritation of the respiratory system and/or lung damage.