Dec 13, 2022

FREE Lead Safe Work Practices Training for Homeowners 12/14/2022

Free Lead Safe Training 

On Wed 12/14, 1:00 - 7:00pm, Erie County Department of Health, is hosting a free training at 503 Kensington Ave Buffalo, NY 14214 (behind ECMC Hospital).

DID YOU KNOW…

• LEAD is a poison that can be found in paint, dust & soil.
• LEAD poisoning can cause serious health problems in children & adults.
• LEAD paint is most likely present in homes & properties built before 1978.
• This class teaches you how to use lead safe work practices
• The EPA requires contractors, property managers, and landlords to use lead safe work practices

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Everyone is welcome to learn about Lead Safe Work Practices.
• Anyone living in a rental unit maintained by a landlord or property manager
• Anyone who intends to have work done by a contractor.
• For all those who want to be able to or are required to do lead safe work on their own home

Class Details & Registration 

Classes will start at the time indicated and last approximately 6 hours. Please plan to get here early to sign in (no more than 1/2 hour before class starts).  There will be a 1/2 hr “lunch” break, students can bring food to eat in the classroom or go out.  Class will only be cancelled if the County closes.  Register for a class by e-mailing joseph.desiderio@erie.gov 

Learn more from Erie County Department of Health