Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Model Lead Based Paint Risk Assessor Practice Test

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What material used in a home should be inspected for potential friction-related lead exposure?

Vinyl flooring
Wood paneling
Door frames
Baseboards

The correct answer is: Baseboards

The material that should be inspected for potential friction-related lead exposure is baseboards. Baseboards in older homes may often come into contact with objects being moved or pushed against them, such as furniture. This type of friction can wear down the paint, releasing lead dust or chips if the paint contains lead. Since many homes built before 1978 used lead-based paint, the edges of baseboards can become compromised due to wear over time, making them a significant source of lead exposure. Regular contact with the baseboards can amplify wear, increasing the risk of lead contamination in the area surrounding them. While other materials like door frames, wood paneling, and vinyl flooring could also pose risks in different ways (like chipping or wear), baseboards are typically in areas of frequent contact that create friction, making them particularly important to inspect for lead hazards.