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What is accurate regarding renovations of a house built in 1949?

  1. Lead would be most typically encountered, if at all, in paint and water pipes originally found in the house.

  2. Lead dust that accumulates during the renovation process is not a health danger.

  3. Owner Sheeres need not be concerned about the possibility of asbestos, as this substance was banned in the early 1930's.

  4. Both lead and asbestos would not be of concern, as both substances have not been used in building products following the 1930's.

The correct answer is: Lead would be most typically encountered, if at all, in paint and water pipes originally found in the house.

The focus on using lead-based paint and lead pipes is accurate, especially in homes built before 1970, including those from 1949. At that time, lead was commonly used in household paint, and lead plumbing was also prevalent. If the house was painted or had plumbing fixtures installed before the enactment of safety regulations regarding lead, there is a significant likelihood that these materials can be found in a home from that era. When such houses undergo renovations, it’s crucial for homeowners, renovators, and contractors to recognize that lead exposure can occur during these processes, particularly through inhalation of lead dust or ingestion of lead particles that become disturbed. This concern is rooted in the serious health risks associated with lead exposure, making it vital to handle such renovations with caution and to employ safety practices. In contrast, the other options do not accurately reflect the realities surrounding lead and asbestos in homes built around that time. Asbestos was widely used long after the 1930s, and many renovations in older homes could pose risks if asbestos-containing materials are disturbed. Moreover, the assertion that lead dust is not a health danger is incorrect; lead dust is indeed hazardous and can have detrimental effects on health, especially for children. Therefore, recognizing that lead is

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