Application to Lead Paint Alliance - Republic and Canton of Geneva, Building Environment Toxicology Service

This letter outlines the intention of the Environmental Toxicology Service of the Republic and Canton of Geneva to contribute to international work addressing hazards from lead in building materials. The document describes the agency’s role in assessing risks to human health and the environment from hazardous substances in buildings and enforcing regulations related to their management on construction sites. It explains that the agency operates a laboratory analysing indoor air, dust, and materials to evaluate exposure to toxic substances. The letter summarises ongoing studies on the occurrence of lead in paints, comparisons of detection methods, and assessments of removal techniques and associated risks. It states the willingness to share research findings to support global efforts to reduce lead paint hazards.