Hazardcheck Virtual Tour — Living Room
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Protect yourself and your family from home health hazards
Have a smoke-free home
Second-hand smoke spreads from one room to another even if the door of the smoking area is closed. Make your home smoke-free.
Watch for lead paint
Older houses (pre-1960) may have base coats of lead paint beneath the newer ones. Lead can cause harmful effects if ingested or inhaled as dust. Be careful to avoid raising dust if scraping or sanding old walls or moulding, and test for (and seal) exposed areas of lead paint.
Measure the radon level
Radon is a radioactive gas that naturally accumulates in some houses. It is the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. Use a radon long-term detector to measure the level of radon in your home to determine if you need to reduce it. Follow manufacturer's instructions, and place the detector in the lowest level of the home (basement or first floor) where you spend at least four hours a day.
Remove outdoor footwear
Outdoor footwear can track dirt and contaminants from outside the home into your living environment. Always remove outdoor footwear before entering your home.
Burn cleaner
Smoke contains several harmful compounds, including carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and small particles you can inhale. Make sure your fireplace is properly installed, inspected and cleaned, and only burn dry untreated wood.
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Measure the radon level
Radon is a radioactive gas that naturally accumulates in some houses. It is the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. Use a radon long-term detector to measure the level of radon in your home to determine if you need to reduce it. Follow manufacturer's instructions, and place the detector in the lowest level of the home (basement or first floor) where you spend at least four hours a day.
Burn cleaner
Smoke contains several harmful compounds, including carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and small particles you can inhale. Make sure your fireplace is properly installed, inspected and cleaned, and only burn dry untreated wood.
Watch for lead paint
Older houses (pre-1960) may have base coats of lead paint beneath the newer ones. Lead can cause harmful effects if ingested or inhaled as dust. Be careful to avoid raising dust if scraping or sanding old walls or moulding, and test for (and seal) exposed areas of lead paint.
Have a smoke-free home
Second-hand smoke spreads from one room to another even if the door of the smoking area is closed. Make your home smoke-free.
Remove outdoor footwear
Outdoor footwear can track dirt and contaminants from outside the home into your living environment. Always remove outdoor footwear before entering your home.
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