Lead Law Update (FAQ Series): Are day care facilities required to be lead tested?

Written By Adam K

We are regularly receiving questions regarding the new Lead Law and have created a weekly “Frequently Asked Questions” (FAQ’s) forum for you as you desire to become more informed of the Lead Law and its complexity.

 

This week we are featuring a common question: 

 

Question: Are day care facilities required to be lead tested?

 

Answer:   Yes, day care facilities are required to be lead tested per the law below.

 

 

What is the law?

 

In January 2018, The City of Philadelphia approved a new law (Section A-703) requiring that each day care facility in Philadelphia test all potable water outlets for lead and submit results to the Department of Public Health according to the following guidelines:

 

·      Required for any day care facility caring for 13 or more children

·      Perform testing every 5 years (beginning April 2018)

·      Reporting the results to the Public Health Department

Day care facility required to be certified lead safe in Philadelphia
Adam K
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