Hazardcheck Virtual Tour — Kitchen
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Protect yourself and your family from home health hazards
Vent steam
Cooking can release water vapour, increase indoor humidity and lead to mould growth. It can also release air pollutants, such as particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide (NO2) into the home. When using a stove, it is important to have a range hood and fan for venting water vapour and air pollutants to the outside.
Secure chemicals
Some household chemicals can cause poisoning. Read the label and follow all instructions for use. Store chemicals in original containers, keep them safely locked away from children, and ask your municipality how to dispose of them safely after use.
Test for lead
If your home is older and you think you may have lead pipes, get your water tested. If it tests positive, do not use hot water from the tap for cooking or drinking because hot water increases the leaching of lead. Lead in drinking water can cause many harmful health effects, especially to the nervous system, blood system and kidneys.
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Vent steam
Cooking can release water vapour, increase indoor humidity and lead to mould growth. It can also release air pollutants, such as particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide (NO2) into the home. When using a stove, it is important to have a range hood and fan for venting water vapour and air pollutants to the outside.
Test for lead
If your home is older and you think you may have lead pipes, get your water tested. If it tests positive, do not use hot water from the tap for cooking or drinking because hot water increases the leaching of lead. Lead in drinking water can cause many harmful health effects, especially to the nervous system, blood system and kidneys.
Secure chemicals
Some household chemicals can cause poisoning. Read the label and follow all instructions for use. Store chemicals in original containers, keep them safely locked away from children, and ask your municipality how to dispose of them safely after use.
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