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4 • A�oid other sources of <br /> metal ex osure that ould cam ound � <br /> con amination soil exoosure. <br /> me <br /> • Minimize children's exposure to hobbies that use lead (e.g., hobbies that invoive the use <br /> of lead soldering or painting), <br /> • Make sure your child eats a weil-balanced diet. Children who have acceptable iron and <br /> calcium intake, and Io+N fat intake, are less likely to absorb lead from their environment. <br /> • Maintain the painted surfaces in your home (if it was built prior to 1g80) to avoid <br /> exposure to lead paint chips and dust. <br /> • If your job invoives the use of lead or lead compounds, or if you work in a lead industry, <br /> shower and change clothes be r returning home. <br /> 5 . Con^tructfon acriv•r <br /> • Employees ot companies which are required to work in soil within the study area should <br /> refer to WAC 296-62 (the Generai Occupational Health Standard), or consult the <br /> Department of Labor and Industries for assistance on how to reduce work related <br /> exposure to contaminated soi�. <br /> • Soil removal from any site in the study area must be carried out in consultation with the <br /> Snohomish Health District. Soils in the area may have the potential to be designated as <br /> Dangerous Waste due to high metals content. <br /> s • PgL.�reca`Y, <br /> • Recent testing of dog and cat hair show that these pets cnn come in contact with <br /> contaminated soil which may then be carried into the home. If possible, keep pets out of <br /> areas of exposed contaminated soii. Inspect your yard and look for exposed soil your pet <br /> may have access to. Fill any holes where dogs may be diGging as soon as it is noticed. If <br /> • possible, restrict pet access from your house. Bathe your pets frequently. Wash your <br /> hands after handling your pet, and before preparing or eating food. <br /> 11 you are new to this communiry, or you know someone who is, please call Susan Lee at the <br /> Deparirnent o/ Eco%gy (Zp6� 649_��38 /or more info�mation about the smelter site. <br /> Contact the Nealth District i/you have eny health related concerns. lf you.have an <br /> concerning this public health advisory, please call Mike Young of fhe Snohomish f�ealth District <br /> er i206J339-5250. Y 4uestions <br />