What are the three categories of lead paint hazards?

The three categories of lead paint hazards are accurately identified as lead paint, lead dust, and lead soil.

Lead paint refers to any paint that contains lead, which is often found in homes built before 1978 when regulations were enacted to restrict the use of lead in residential paint. The presence of lead paint poses a direct hazard, especially when it deteriorates, creating chips or dust.

Lead dust is generated when lead paint deteriorates or through activities that disturb lead-painted surfaces, such as sanding or scraping. This dust can easily become airborne and be inhaled or ingested, especially by young children, who are particularly vulnerable to lead exposure.

Lead soil is another critical hazard, especially in urban areas where lead from deteriorating paint or leaded gasoline has settled into the soil. Children can be exposed to lead in soil through various activities, including playing outside or gardening.

The other options do not accurately encompass the primary forms of lead paint hazards recognized in risk assessments. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for effective lead hazard identification and risk management.