16. Data Review, Validation and Usability: 
We plan to evaluate the results from the blanks against the results for the samples associat¬ 
ed with those blanks. The impact of the blank will be assessed and the data will be quali¬ 
fied, as appropriate. If the sample results are less than ten times the blank, the data will be 
flagged and re-sampling will occur. 
Aside from the XRF and AA comparisons described in Section 2, no additional replicate 
sampling or analysis will be conducted. 
Sample results will be reported individually for each location sampled within a dwelling. 
The following limitations should be considered when data is interpreted: limit of detection, 
calibration of equipment, and condition of the paint. The report template will be translated 
into multiple languages. Project participants will receive relevant reports; other citizens may 
see results and updates via the website. In order to maintain the integrity of the data blank 
samples will be sent to the laboratory and read with the XRF. For each dwelling sampled, 
both residents and owners will be provided with a report indicating the individual sample 
results for each location sampled. 
The affected population will be the children who reside in the City of Syracuse. We will be 
following these HUD regulations and guidelines throughout the course of this project. 
Therefore, the standard default assumptions are applicable to our affected population. 
Data and interpretation will be provided to our primary customers (the public). The data 
interpretation, which will be provided, will be based on the action levels described in section 
2. We are hoping that the public will utilize the HEPA vacuum loaner program and that the 
training provided will be effective in controlling lead dust in contaminated homes. A phone 
number and email address will be provided so that any questions can be answered. 
17. Documentation and Records: 
The information and data will be delivered to the public in a number of ways. The project will 
provide the residents and property owners with a copy of the individual inspection report 
when completed. For Phase I it is anticipated that it will take 5 to 7 days from the day of the 
inspection to the individual receiving the report. The inspection report will consist of the 
sample locations and results highlighting those samples that exceed the federal limit. The 
report will also include any observations the Risk Assessor has made about the general 
condition of the paint, and recommendations regarding the findings. Residents and property 
owners will also receive printed material providing information on how to control lead in their 
home. The specific residential data will be kept confidential and only released to the appro¬ 
priate family by the City of Syracuse, and the inspectors involved in the project. There will 
be poster displays at community centers, newsletter articles and presentations at communi¬ 
ty meetings. There will be a project web site, which will contain information and data for 
public access in text and map formats. Finally, all this information will be translated into a 
number of languages so that they are understandable to the non-English speaking popula¬ 
tions of the community. 
Data and information on the web site will be updated monthly. Poster displays will be rotated 
at least quarterly. In addition, monthly meetings will be held among the Community Based 
Organizations to review progress, results and problems. 
Raw data, (lab reports and XRF reports) will be kept on file at the City of Syracuse. 
Individual reports will be kept in a secure file for a minimum of 3 years. All reports will be 
stamped, “Confidential,” to insure data is not used for other purposes. 
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