In Mechanical Music Digest (00.11.06), Mike Blackwell asked:

> What safety issues are involved in the storage and removal of oxidized
> lead tracker bar tubing?  How safe is it just sitting in the basement
> awaiting replacement?  Am I better off documenting it and removing it
> as soon as possible?  Any special precautions during the removal
> process?  Where would you dispose of it here in the US?

Lead is a dangerous poison. There are a huge number of online resources
available lead safety; these are just a few I clipped after searching
for "lead safety:"

  http://www.leadsafehousing.org/
  http://www.epa.gov/lead/nlic.htm
  http://www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/dosh%5Fpublications/leadfactsheet.pdf
  http://www.pp.okstate.edu/ehs/links/lead.htm

Unlike asbestos, which is primarily dangerous when disturbed and
becomes airborne, lead oxidation and dust is the most dangerous form,
especially for children.  Always use disposable latex gloves when
handling lead or working around areas where lead has oxidized.

DO NOT use a household vacuum to clean away the oxidation which may
collect under the tubing.  Use disposable wet wipes and a HEPA vac, if
available.  It is appropriate to wear a respirator mask.

Lead must be disposed of in a manner which won't contaminate the soil
or water supplies.

Pete Woodworth