Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Model Lead Based Paint Risk Assessor Practice Test

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What type of housing is typically associated with a greater risk of lead exposure?

Houses built after 1980
Condos built in 2000
Buildings constructed prior to 1960
Recent housing developments

The correct answer is: Buildings constructed prior to 1960

Housing constructed prior to 1960 is typically associated with a greater risk of lead exposure primarily because lead-based paint was commonly used in residential properties before it was banned for residential use in 1978. Homes built before this regulation often have layers of lead-based paint that can deteriorate over time, creating lead dust and chips that pose a hazard, especially for children and pregnant women. Additionally, older plumbing systems in these homes may still contain lead pipes or lead solder, contributing to possible lead contamination in drinking water. The presence of lead-based paint and plumbing systems in older homes significantly increases the likelihood of lead exposure, which is why homes built before 1960 are particularly concerning regarding public health risks related to lead.