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PAPM Guidelines for the Evaluation and Control of Lead-based Paint Hazards  * Introduction The following guidelines has been prepared by the Philippine Association of Paint Manufacturers (PAPM) for the safe removal of old paints that have might have lead compounds. Lead is commonly used in paints as: Catalyst to accelerate the film formation of alkyd paints. Without lead, alkyd paint would take a long time to dry. Lead catalyzes the auto-oxidation of the alkyd resin creating linkages with the different fatty acid chains to form the paint film. Pigments that require high UV and heat resistance. Lead based pigments being inorganic have high UV resistance and heat resistance which is important for paint applications in strong UV environment and high heat applications (e.g. coil coatings, appliances, metals and others) However lead has been found to be hazardous to health, causing serious brain development problem in children, the nervous system, children’s IQ and behavioral problems. The PAPM together with Ecowaste Coalition has been working to eliminate lead in Philippine paints. By 2016 the DENR is expected to come up with an order setting the limits of Philippine paints at 90 ppm. To address the lead that is present in current old paints, the PAPM and Ecowaste Coalition is issuing the following guidelines in order to protect the workers that will be removing old paints that have lead compounds and the residents and it’s surrounding neighbors. The lead dust that is created during the scrubbing of old paints is very dangerous to the workers, the children and residents staying in the house and can also contaminate the surrounding areas including the soil around the area if not properly handled. * Things to Consider Determine the appropriate evaluation and control response for lead hazards. Workers and residents safety should be considered. Workers should wear proper protection. Hair has to be covered from lead dust Appropriate Respir