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The NH Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program works to reduce the number of NH children with elevated blood lead levels. The program is a resource for NH residents who need help addressing the hazards of lead in their children's environment. The CLPPP conducts statewide surveillance; provides medical case management and home inspections for lead-poisoned children; and provides information and referral for reduction and abatement of lead hazards. Professional program staff provide free phone consultation and referral to lead screening providers, as well as free lead poisoning prevention information kits.
For those who plan to do home renovation where lead paint will be an issue, CLPPP offers information on reducing lead hazards and a current listing of licensed lead abatement professionals. For property owners and contractors, the program provides guidance on disclosure regulations and licenses all NH lead abatement contractors, lead paint inspectors and training providers for lead hazard reduction.
CLPPP also provides case management for adults with elevated blood lead levels who have been exposed to lead through their work. Program staff works with the individual's employer and with the state office of the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration to keep the workplace as safe from lead as possible.
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