BURLINGTON LEAD PROGRAM

Lead is a naturally occurring heavy metal. In the environment, lead is plentiful, inexpensive and has useful characteristics that make it attractive for manufacturers to use in many consumer products. Lead is harmful to every living organism.

Adults and children can become lead poisoned, but children experience a greater degree of harm due to their developing bodies and brains. Even very small amounts of lead have been scientifically shown to negatively impact a child’s health and brain development.

Lead poisoning is the #1 environmental health threat facing children in the United States. It is also preventable.