NICOLE SHIELDS OF KENDAL HOMES COMPLETED EPA TRAINING TO PROTECT HOMEOWNERS FROM LEAD PAINT POISONING

NICOLE SHIELDS OF KENDAL HOMES COMPLETED EPA TRAINING TO PROTECT HOMEOWNERS FROM  LEAD PAINT POISONING
ANNAPOLIS, MD  – OCTOBER 26, 2018 – More than 83% of homes in built prior to 1980 contain lead based paint which can be harmful to inhabitants during even small renovations if not handled properly. Nicole Shields of Kendal Homes successfully completed the hands-on, EPA Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting – Initial Course given by BWI Lead Safety Institute .

Shields’ course completion allows Kendal Homes to become a Lead Safe Certified Firm. Proper handling of any lead based paint or surface requires specific methods to contain the dust and debris so as not to contaminate people in the general vicinity of the work being performed. These practices must be carried out on any disturbed, interior area larger than 6 square feet or on an exterior with 20 or more square feet of disturbance. 

Lead paint poisoning currently affects more than one million children.  Lead impacts both children and adults with adverse health effects include including damage to the brain and nervous symptoms, slowed growth, high blood pressure, memory and concentration problems, nerve disorders and other medical issues.  “We are committed to not only completing renovations that homeowners love, but doing it in such a manner that keeps their most precious belongings, their family, safe and healthy,” commented Bruce Shields, Director of Construction at Kendal Homes. 

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