Elevated Lead Levels

 

What it Means

Exposure to lead can impact the health of children. If testing shows elevated levels of lead in drinking water at your facility, the problem fixture should be immediately shutoff and then our experts can help you figure out how to address the problem and communicate in a transparent manner.

Step 1 is taking action and deciding to conduct testing. We can help you navigate the process.

 

Public water is regulated to be lead-free when it is delivered to you. However, water can absorb lead from solder, fixtures, and pipes found in the plumbing of some buildings. Therefore, it is possible that there is lead in your drinking water and that it is at higher levels in some areas of your building than other areas.

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In a 2018 nationwide study conducted by the Government Accountability Office (GAO), 549 school districts were randomly selected for a survey. Select data from this survey are laid out below.

Step 1: Deciding whether to test. What did survey respondents report?

Source: 2018 GAO survey of public school districts

Why didn’t you test? Many respondents answered “we did not identify the need”. However, the survey shows that elevated lead is frequently found when testing is conducted.

When tested, what were the results?

Source: 2018 GOA survey of public school districts. Elevated lead levels defined as school with one or more high hit fixtures.
 

Step 2: Addressing problem outlets. Respondents reported fixes.

Source: 2018 GAO survey of public school districts. Results reported include all reported fixes utilized by a given school.
 
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Some solutions cost you nothing while others may be low cost.

We will help you determine the best course of action to address any issues found.

 
 

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Our testing is FREE with expert support throughout the whole process.

Children’s growing bodies absorb more lead than adults, placing them at higher risk for the linked health effects. Lead in school drinking water is a concern because it is a daily source of water for over 50 million children enrolled in public schools nationwide.