• Store larger architectural debris pieces in containers until ready for disposal. 
• Consider using a covered mobile dumpster (such as a roll-off container) for storage of lead- 
based paint debris until the job is done. 
• Contact local municipalities or county solid waste offices to determine where and how 
debris can be disposed of. 
The full text of EPA s interpretation on the disposal of lead-based paint waste and lead dust 
is included in a memorandum issued by the Office of Solid Waste, which is included in 
Appendix E of this document. 
It is important to note that certain states consider lead dust and debris to be hazardous 
waste. It is imperative to contact your state government, local municipality, county solid 
waste offices, and/or tribal authorities to determine if any restrictions apply to the dispos¬ 
al of such waste. If restrictions do apply, these sources can tell you where lead dust and 
debris can be disposed of, such as a household hazardous waste collection site. 
In Syracuse, residents are instructed to place items used during cleaning (e.g., rags, 
paper towels, paint chips, used cleaners) into a double-thick garbage bag, including the 
HEPA filter if fully used. The waste bag should be sealed tightly and kept out of reach 
of children and pets. In addition, wash water used for wet-cleaning should never be 
poured onto the ground. Syracuse recommends consulting your local water and 
sewage utility for directions on the proper disposal of the wash water in your area. 
The Syracuse Lead Dust Project maintains all the HEPA vacuums. After 10 uses, 
the bags are replaced; after 10 bags, the team replaces the HEPA filter. Syracuse 
staff dampen the filter with water to control the potential spread of dust before 
removing or disturbing it. It is extremely important that the HEPA filter not 
be opened or emptied at anytime during removal as to avoid any exposure to 
lead dust. The Syracuse Lead Dust Project uses triple-layered HEPA bags 
that can be disposed of in the regular waste stream. 
7.4- Maintaining Lead-safe Practices 
the Home 
n 
Along with detecting and reducing high lead dust levels, continuing 
lead-safe activities in the home is a crucial element in any lead dust program. The 
Syracuse HEPA vacuum coordinator provides residents with a comprehensive cleaning 
information packet that could be used in addition to, as well as independently of, the lead dust 
project. Also, as explained in Chapter 9, Syracuse conducts an interview with residents who 
have completed the program, during which they encourage continued lead dust cleaning. 
Educating Residents About Continued Regular Maintenance 
Once a resident participates in the lead dust program, Syracuse staff encourages residents not 
only to regularly follow the cleaning procedure for lead dust, but to contact Syracuse s lead pro¬ 
gram or the CBO for further assistance. Residents also can request and are encouraged to have 
their home rechecked for lead dust levels and to use the HEPA vacuum again. 
Mitigation and maintenance 
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