What action should be taken if a child lives in a home undergoing renovations?

When a child lives in a home undergoing renovations, it is crucial to monitor lead exposure proactively, as renovations can disturb lead-based paint and generate lead dust, posing serious health risks to children. The correct action is to test every month during the project. This approach allows for ongoing assessment and timely identification of any lead contamination as the renovations progress. It ensures that proper measures can be taken immediately if lead levels rise, offering better protection for the child’s health.

The other options do not effectively address the potential risks. Testing only after the project is completed might miss any hazardous conditions that develop during renovations. Not testing at all disregards the potential dangers completely, leaving vulnerable inhabitants uninformed about the risks. Lastly, testing only once before renovations may not provide a complete picture of the lead exposure risk, especially if the renovations disturb lead paint or dust that wasn't an issue prior to the work. Regular monthly testing offers a more responsible and proactive response to ensuring safety in a dynamically changing environment.