Tennessee Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Screening Guidelines The Tennessee Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) screening, testing and follow-up guidelines are based on the latest recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Childhood Lead Poisoning and Prevention of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the endorsement of the CDC.
What is lead and why should I be concerned? Lead is a naturally-occurring element found in rock ore with other metals. Lead is processed by smelting the lead from the rock ore. Lead is a toxic metal that was used for many years in products found in and around homes. These products included lead-based paint, lead pipes, and leaded gasoline. Lead has been removed from many household products ...
This plan was prepared by the Tennessee Department of Health, Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) encourages each state to develop a screening plan based on state-specific data. This document summarizes the clinical recommendations and tools for a more targeted approach to childhood lead screening in Tennessee.
The Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program supports the Tennessee Department of Health’s efforts to prevent childhood poisoning and optimize health by ensuring access to care through local outreach, education, and referrals to recommended services.
The Lead-Based Paint Abatement Program is a part of the Division of Land Protection. Individuals seeking certification to conduct lead abatement activities in the State of Tennessee must first meet the qualifications required for each individual discipline (worker, supervisor, inspector, risk assessor, and project designer) as described in the ...
About LEAD Tennessee is a pipeline of current and emerging leaders moving through 12 months of intense, high impact development in eight leadership core competencies, thus building bench strength within agencies and creating a pool of leadership talent for the state. LEAD Tennessee is designed for the executive and senior level leader/ manager. High potential emerging leaders within agencies ...