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Lead

Under the Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule, how should I dispose of contaminated water used in two-bucket mopping?

EPA recommends contacting your local water treatment authority and asking about local requirements for handling and disposing of waste water.

Question Number: 23002-20756

Find a printable PDF copy of all frequent questions pertaining to lead.