What is the main goal of lead risk assessment?

The primary goal of lead risk assessment is to identify and mitigate lead hazards in order to protect public health, particularly for vulnerable populations like children and pregnant women. This process involves thorough inspections and evaluations of properties, especially older buildings that may contain lead-based paint or lead-contaminated dust and soil. By identifying these hazards, the assessment can inform decisions about necessary interventions, such as abatement strategies or other protective measures.

While providing remediation services, educating families, or enforcing regulations may be related activities, they do not encompass the core focus of a risk assessment, which is dedicated to understanding and reducing the potential risk of lead exposure in a given environment. The ultimate aim is to enhance safety by addressing those identified hazards effectively.