Lead in Schools

Testing for Lead in Drinking Water in Schools Please note: the price above is per water faucet/fixture and includes laboratory testing of two sequential samples as required by EPA. If you have questions, call (708) 544-3260. Please wait for a confirmation email that your kit is ready if you are planning to pick up samples from Geneva or Oak Brook Terrace Why test for lead? Lead is a toxic metal that was sometimes used in plumbing materials and water service lines. Even at low levels, lead may cause a range of health effects including behavioral problems and learning disabilities, especially in young children.  The US EPA recommends schools and day care centers test for lead and some states like Illinois require testing. Illinois requires schools built before January 1, 2000 test their water. How many samples do I need to take? It is recommended that a minimum two (2) samples be collected from each water source that can potentially be used for drinking and/or food preparation.  This inc