Pollutants, Chemicals and Toxic Substances
General Information
Asbestos
- Asbestos Information Resources
Provides links to information about asbestos - related publications.
- Asbestos and Schools
EPA's comprehensive Web site designed to provide information to regulators, parents and schools about asbestos in schools. Including Federal Requirements for Asbestos Management in Schools and 20 Frequently Asked Questions About Asbestos in Schools.
- Asbestos
Information on asbestos laws and regulations, EPA programs, guidance, state contacts, and related resources.
Lead
- Lead : Secondary Lead Smelter eTool
This eTool is computer software to help employers (especially, small businesses) identify and understand common occupational safety and health hazards in their workplace(s) relating to lead smeltering.
- Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Rule
This page provides information on the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Action of 1992.
- Lead Hotline
The National Lead Information Center (NLIC) provides the general public and professionals with information about lead hazards and their prevention.
- Lead in Paint, Dust and Soil : Rules and Regulations
General information about regulations under the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act (Title X of the Toxic Substances Control Act)
- Pre-Renovation Lead Information Rule
Provides information about the 406(b) rule concerning renovating housing with lead-based paint.
Mercury
New Chemicals
Perfluorocarbon (PFC)
Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)
Radon
EPA Partnerships