How high must landlords remove lead paint hazards from the floor?

Landlords are required to remove lead paint hazards from the floor to a height of 5 feet. This regulation is primarily established to protect young children who are at a higher risk of lead poisoning from exposure to lead dust and deteriorating paint, which are common in older homes. By addressing lead hazards up to 5 feet, landlords help ensure that areas frequently occupied by children, such as their play spaces or areas where they might crawl or reach, are safe from harmful lead exposure.

This height requirement matches with safety regulations aimed at reducing the risks associated with lead exposure, which is a significant public health concern. The other height options, such as 3 feet, 7 feet, and 10 feet, are either not sufficient or unnecessarily high when assessing typical indoor environments where children are active, thus not aligning with regulatory standards focused on practical safety measures.