Cynthia Schartmann wrote: >A question for exhibit designers and fabricators: >Sheet lead has been proposed as a construction material for an exhibit >handrail. Although this material is used for roofing, and assumedly >handled by roofers during construction, concern has been raised about >the health hazards for visitors, especially children, who may >touch the rail. Anyone familiar with this material or lead standards? I think you might want to contact someone with special expertise in environmental hazards in the workplace, not an exhibit designer. The best contact in the country is: Monona Rossol Arts, Crafts, and Theater Safety 181 Thompson St, #23 New York, NY 10012-2586 212-777-0062 [log in to unmask] --Gutenkauf [log in to unmask]