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Summary and Assessment of Published Information on Determining Lead Exposures and Mitigating Lead Hazards Associated with Dust and Soil in Residential Carpets, Furniture and Forced Air Ducts, EPA 747-S-97-001, December, 1997

Presents the findings of a literature review on information concerning lead in dust within residential carpets, furniture (including upholstery and window treatments), and forced air ducts.

Summary and Assessment of Published Information on Determining Lead Exposures and Mitigating Lead Hazards Associated with Dust and Soil in Residential Carpets, Furniture and Forced Air Ducts, EPA 747-S-97-001, December, 1997 (pdf) (345.79 KB)