When your country is ready to take action to eliminate lead paint, this fact sheet outlines steps which have been helpful in countries that have adopted laws. The steps are not necessarily sequential or needed in every country.
Background information
Lead is a cumulative toxicant that poses serious risks to human health leading to staggering economic costs, with children being especially vulnerable. Lead-containing paint remains one of the major sources of lead exposure for children globally. The most effective means of preventing lead exposure from paints is to establish national laws. Lead paint was identified as a global priority under the Strategic Approach for International Chemicals Management (SAICM), which established the Global Alliance to Eliminate Lead Paint (Lead Paint Alliance or Alliance) with the goal to promote the establishment of lead paint laws in all countries.
