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| Nov 11, 2009 11:03 pm |
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re: CFL bulbs -- Are Mercury levels Dangerous? |
Thomas Holford
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From the EPA fact sheet:
> What are the Health Risks of Mercury. . .
> . . . However, every product containing mercury should be handled with care. Exposure to mercury, a toxic metal, can affect our brain, spinal cord, kidneys and liver, causing symptoms such as trembling hands, memory loss, and difficulty moving.
> Always Dispose of Your CFL Properly
> Safe cleanup precautions:
> If a CFL breaks in your home, open nearby windows to disperse any vapor that may escape, carefully sweep up the fragments (do not use your hands) and wipe the area with a disposable paper towel to remove all glass fragments. Do not use a vacuum. Place all fragments in a sealed plastic bag and follow disposal instructions above.
I guess the good news is that it's not necessary to wear an asbestos suit or use a closed system rebreather for cleaning up ONE broken CFL bulb. They don't specify whether or not you need rip out your carpet and send it a Nevada landfill.
Now, TWO broken CFL bulbs . . .
T. HolfordPrivate Reply to Thomas Holford (new win) |
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